Recall 01-085, published February 15, 2001
AquaStar natural gas water heaters
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Affected model numbers
AQ38BThe AquaStar natural gas water heaters were made in Portugal, and were distributed in the United States as model number AQ38B NG.
Which products are included?
The AquaStar natural gas water heaters were made in Portugal, and were distributed in the United States as model number AQ38B NG. The water heater is off-white in color, with the word "AquaStar" in red, on the front of the unit. The model number can be found on the rating plate, on the right side of the water heater.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The heaters can produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in the exhaust gas, which can cause serious injuries and death.
Official remedy
Consumers who have the recalled AquaStar unit (model number AQ38B NG), should turn off the water heater immediately and call Controlled Energy Corporation. CEC is offering consumers a free on-site repair conducted by a licensed professional plumber.
- Brand
- AquaStar natural gas
- Recall published
- February 15, 2001
- Category
- HVAC & Water Heaters
- Units
- About 320
- Sold at / sales period
- The water heaters were sold nationwide through plumbing supply stores and plumbing contractors from March 1997 to January 2001, for about $440, plus installation.
