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AQ38B

This model number appears in one official CPSC recall notice for household products. Latest recall published February 15, 2001.

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Recall #01-085 · Published February 15, 2001

AquaStar natural gas water heaters

CPSC published a recall notice for AquaStar natural gas water heaters from AquaStar natural gas on February 15, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: The heaters can produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in the exhaust gas, which can cause serious injuries and death. The official remedy states: 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.

Why 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.

Recall published
February 15, 2001
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.