Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported October 6, 2005
CPSC, A.O. Smith Announce Recall of Water Heaters
The water heaters can accumulate soot on the burners, posing a fire hazard.
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A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn. recalled The recall involves 75-gallon propane gas water heaters. The heaters have the name "A.O. … - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, A.O. Smith Announce Recall of Water Heaters was recalled by A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn. in October 6, 2005. Reason: The water heaters can accumulate soot on the burners, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Contact A. O. Smith to arrange for installation of free repair.. Verify recall #06002 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The water heaters can accumulate soot on the burners, posing a fire hazard..
- Moderate
- severity level
- October 6, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06002 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #06002) was formally reported on October 6, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 5,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The water heaters can accumulate soot on the burners, posing a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Contact A. O. Smith to arrange for installation of free repair. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Household Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,056 household products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 5,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recall involves 75-gallon propane gas water heaters. The heaters have the name "A.O. Smith," "Reliance," "Apollo," "State," or "Maytag" on the side of the unit. The model number is located on the rating plate. Only units with the model numbers listed below and manufactured between January 2004 and July 2005 are included in the recall. Brand Name Model Number Reliance 675CRRS 675CRRSD S7576PE Apollo A675CQRSL A675CRRSL A675CRRSLCGAD A. O. Smith BT-80-271 FCG-75-271 PCG-75-271 Maytag HRP11275Q State GS675CRRS GS675CRRSD SBS7576PE SBS7576PED SBS7576PECGA SBS7576PECGAD If your unit has one of the model numbers listed above, locate the serial number on the rating plate to determine if it was manufactured between January 2004 and July 2005. If your unit has one of the model numbers listed above, locate the serial number on the rating plate to determine if it was manufactured between January 2004 and July 2005. The serial numbers of units manufactured between January 2004 and July 2005 are listed below. Month/Date of Manufacture Serial Number Begins With: Jan-04 MA04 or AA04 or A04 Feb-04 MB04 or AB04 of B04 Mar-04 MC04 or AC04 or C04 Apr-04 MD04 or AD04 or D04 May-04 ME04 or AE04 or E04 Jun-04 MF04 or AF04 or F04 Jul-04 G04 Aug-04 H04 Sep-04 J04 Oct-04 K04 Nov-04 L04 Dec-04 M04 Jan-05 A05 Feb-05 B05 Mar-05 C05 Apr-05 D05 May-05 E05 Jun-05 F05 Jul-05 G05
Reason for recall
The water heaters can accumulate soot on the burners, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Contact A. O. Smith to arrange for installation of free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06002 |
| Date reported | October 6, 2005 |
| Date initiated | October 6, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn. |
| Affected scope | About 5,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Contact A. O. Smith to arrange for installation of free repair.
- Check the recall number (06002) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves 75-gallon propane gas water heaters. The heaters have the name "A.O. Smith," "Reliance," "Apollo," "State," or "Maytag" on the side of the unit. The model number is located on the rating plate. Only units with the model numbers listed below and manufactured between January 2004 and July 2005 are included in the recall. Brand Name Model Number Reliance 675CRRS 675CRRSD S7576PE Apollo A675CQRSL A675CRRSL A675CRRSLCGAD A. O. Smith BT-80-271 FCG-75-271 PCG-75-271 Maytag HRP11275Q State GS675CRRS GS675CRRSD SBS7576PE SBS7576PED SBS7576PECGA SBS7576PECGAD If your unit has one of the model numbers listed above, locate the serial number on the rating plate to determine if it was manufactured between January 2004 and July 2005. If your unit has one of the model numbers listed above, locate the serial number on the rating plate to determine if it was manufactured between January 2004 and July 2005. The serial numbers of units manufactured between January 2004 and July 2005 are listed below. Month/Date of Manufacture Serial Number Begins With: Jan-04 MA04 or AA04 or A04 Feb-04 MB04 or AB04 of B04 Mar-04 MC04 or AC04 or C04 Apr-04 MD04 or AD04 or D04 May-04 ME04 or AE04 or E04 Jun-04 MF04 or AF04 or F04 Jul-04 G04 Aug-04 H04 Sep-04 J04 Oct-04 K04 Nov-04 L04 Dec-04 M04 Jan-05 A05 Feb-05 B05 Mar-05 C05 Apr-05 D05 May-05 E05 Jun-05 F05 Jul-05 G05. Recalled by A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn.. Units affected: About 5,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The water heaters can accumulate soot on the burners, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Contact A. O. Smith to arrange for installation of free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 6, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06002.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (06002) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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