A. O. Smith Corp., of Milwaukee, Wis. product recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 8, 2018

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

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

Recall number

19030

Brand / firm

A. O. Smith Corp., of Milwaukee, Wis.

Sold / distributed

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

Why it was recalled

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

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.

What to do

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