Water Heating Technologies Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 16171 · May 24, 2016 · Water Heating Technologies
14,400
units affected
14,400
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 16171
- Date
- May 24, 2016
- Company
- Water Heating Technologies
- Units affected
- 14,400
- Product
- Gas water heaters
- Product type
- Gas Water Heaters
- Remedy
- Repair, Replacement
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves Water Heating Technologies "American Standard" gas water heaters. The model numbers included in the recall begin with GN and GSN. The water heaters are white with an "American Standard" logo printed on the front. The model number is printed on a label on the side of the water heater. The water heaters were sold in 30, 40 and 50 gallon capacities. A complete list of models and serial numbers can be found on the firm's website at http://www.americanstandardwaterheaters.com/recall/.
What can happen
The water heaters have a space between the burner flange and the combustion chamber that allows flammable liquids or gases to contact burning flammable vapors inside the combustion chamber, posing a risk of fire or explosion.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the gas water heaters and call Water Heating Technologies to arrange for a service technician to inspect, repair or replace the water heater free of charge.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Plumbing contractors nationwide from May 2015 through February 2016 for between $400 and $820.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled gas water heaters?
Consumers should immediately stop using the gas water heaters and call Water Heating Technologies to arrange for a service technician to inspect, repair or replace the water heater free of charge.
What is the hazard?
The water heaters have a space between the burner flange and the combustion chamber that allows flammable liquids or gases to contact burning flammable vapors inside the combustion chamber, posing a risk of fire or explosion.
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.