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Electronics & Technology/Smart Home

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

Agency Publication Date: November 8, 2018
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Summary

A. O. Smith is recalling approximately 190 of its 30-gallon natural gas water heaters, model number G6-UT3030NV. The flame arrestor in these units can fail to operate correctly, which poses a serious fire hazard. These units were sold exclusively at Lowe's stores in California between February and April 2018. While no incidents have been reported, A. O. Smith is offering a free repair to all affected customers.

Risk

The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to function properly, which can allow a fire to start outside of the combustion chamber. No injuries or incidents have been reported to date.

What You Should Do

  1. Locate the data plate on your water heater next to the gas control valve or thermostat to identify your unit.
  2. Check if your unit is an A. O. Smith 30-gallon natural gas water heater with model number G6-UT3030NV.
  3. Verify the serial number on the data plate; only units with serial numbers beginning with the first four digits of 1805 through 1809 are included in this recall.
  4. Immediately turn off the water heater and stop using it if your model and serial number match the recalled criteria.
  5. Contact A. O. Smith toll-free at 866-854-2793 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET on weekends, to arrange for a free repair.
  6. You can also visit www.waterheaterrecall.com and use the 'check my serial number' tool for more information.
  7. For additional questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.

Contact: 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.

Affected Products

Product: A. O. Smith 30-Gallon Natural Gas Water Heater
Model:
G6-UT3030NV
Lot Numbers:
Serial numbers starting with 1805
Serial numbers starting with 1806
Serial numbers starting with 1807
Serial numbers starting with 1808
Serial numbers starting with 1809
Date Ranges: Sold from February 2018 through April 2018

Product Images

30 Gallon Water Heater G6-UT3030NV

30 Gallon Water Heater G6-UT3030NV

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Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 19030
Status: Active
Manufacturer: A. O. Smith Corp., of Milwaukee, Wis.
Sold By: 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.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 190
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: 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.
Agency Last Updated: November 8, 2018

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