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A. O. Smith
4 recall(s)4 recall(s) · 616,440 units · Heaters
52
Higher concern
Safety signal / 100
How this signal is calculated
A. O. Smith carries a safety signal of 52/100 (higher concern), based only on public CPSC facts:
- 4 recall(s) on record
- Hazard types: Fire / Overheating, Other
- 616,440 total units recalled
- Manufactured in: United States, Mexico
- Recognized certifications: none on file
Recent recalls and higher-severity hazards reduce the signal more. Absence of a recall is not a guarantee of safety.
Recalls on record
Fire / OverheatingNovember 8, 2018
A. O. Smith Recalls Ultra-Low NOx Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
A. O. Smith
Fire / OverheatingNovember 8, 2018
A. O. Smith Recalls 30-Gallon Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
A. O. Smith
Fire / OverheatingJune 2, 2015
A.O. Smith Recalls John Wood Brand Oil-Fired Water Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
A.O. Smith
OtherNovember 5, 1991
Certain 30 And 40 Gallon A.O. Smith LP And Natural Gas Water Heaters Voluntarily Recalled
A.O. Smith
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