Recall Record

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

2 recalls recorded since 2018, most recently on 8 November 2018. Status and classification are as published by the CPSC.

Recalls2
Ongoing (FDA)0
Terminated or completed0
Class I (FDA)0

Announced Consumer products

Recall started
8 November 2018
Reason
The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to work properly, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.
Recall number
19030

CPSC recall notice

Announced Consumer products

Recall started
8 November 2018
Reason
The water heater's gas burner screen develops tears. The water heater's burner can then create excess radiant heat, posing a fire hazard if the water heater is installed directly on a wood or other combustible floor.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to determine if a free repair is necessary.
Recall number
19029

CPSC recall notice

A terminated FDA recall means the FDA has determined that all reasonable efforts to remove or correct the product have been made. What statuses mean.