Recall #19-030 · Published November 8, 2018

A. O. Smith 30 gallon gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030N

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

CPSC published a recall notice for A. O. Smith 30 gallon gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030N from A. O. Smith Corp. on November 8, 2018. CPSC identifies this hazard: The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to work properly, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.

30 Gallon Water Heater G6-UT3030NV
30 Gallon Water Heater G6-UT3030NV
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Affected model numbers

G6-UT3030NV
Additional identifying details

Smith 30-gallon natural gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030NV and serial numbers with the first four digits of 1805 through 1809.

Why 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.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

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

A. O. Smith 30 gallon gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030N

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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