A.O. Smith Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards
Recall 08241 · Apr 3, 2008 · A.O. Smith
1,500
units affected
1,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08241
- Date
- Apr 3, 2008
- Company
- A.O. Smith
- Units affected
- 1,500
- Product
- Natural and Propane Gas Water Heaters
- Product type
- Gas Water Heaters & Accessories
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves 75-gallon natural and propane gas water heaters. "A.O. Smith" or "State" is printed on the side of the unit. A.O. Smith and State model and serial numbers included in this recall are listed in the chart below. Model and serial numbers are printed on the water heater's rating plate. Brand Name Model Number A.O. Smith FCG-75 300 Serial Number Ranges L07A071460 through L07A144966 or M07A009387 through M07A072884 FCG-75 301 State GS6 75 XRR S GS6 75 CRR S
What can happen
The water heater's flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the venting unit, posing a fire hazard. Also, the water heater's exhaust can leak into the surrounding room, posing a carbon monoxide hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heater and contact A.O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Independent contractors and plumbers nationwide from November 2007 through January 2008 for between $1,000 and $2,500.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled natural and propane gas water heaters?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heater and contact A.O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The water heater's flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the venting unit, posing a fire hazard. Also, the water heater's exhaust can leak into the surrounding room, posing a carbon monoxide hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.