A. O. Smith Recalls 30-Gallon Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
CPSC recall 19030 · announced November 8, 2018 · A. O. Smith · 190 units affected
The product
This recall includes A. O. Smith 30-gallon natural gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030NV and serial numbers with the first four digits of 1805 through 1809. A. O. Smith, the model number and the serial number are printed on the data plate located next to the gas water heater's control valve/thermostat. A. O. Smith is printed near the top of the water heater.
The hazard
The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to work properly, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Exclusively at Lowe's stores in California from February 2018 through April 2018 for between $540 and $610.
Consumer contact: A. O. Smith toll-free at 866-854-2793 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday or online at www.waterheaterrecall.com and click on the “check my serial number” link associated with this recall for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.