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Fire / OverheatingNovember 8, 2018CPSC #19030

A. O. Smith Recalls 30-Gallon Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's

Product
Heaters
Units affected
190
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to work properly, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Exclusively at Lowe's stores in California from February 2018 through April 2018 for between $540 and $610.

Photos

30 Gallon Water Heater G6-UT3030NVRating plate
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