CPSC recall 19-030, announced November 8, 2018, covers A. O. Smith 30 gallon gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030N (about 190 units). The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to work properly, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. Recall contact: call 866-854-2793, or go to www.waterheaterrecall.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
Smith 30-gallon natural gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030NV and serial numbers with the first four digits of 1805 through 1809.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to work properly, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- A. O. Smith
- Manufacturer
- A. O. Smith Corp., of Milwaukee, Wis.
- Product type
- Water heaters
- Recall number
- 19-030
- Units
- About 190
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Exclusively at Lowe's stores in California from February 2018 through April 2018 for between $540 and $610.
- Distributor
- Lowe's Stores, of Monroe, N.C.
Recall contact information
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.
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