CPSC recall · Reported April 3, 2008
A.O. Smith Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards
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 …
A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn. recalled This recall involves 75-gallon natural and propane gas water heaters. "A.O. Smith" or "St….
A.O. Smith Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards was recalled by A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn. in April 3, 2008. Reason: The water heater's flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the ven…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heater and contact A.O. Smith …. Verify recall #08241 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn. issued this CPSC recall-The water heater's flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the ven….
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- April 3, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08241 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - 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.
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Product description
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
Reason for recall
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.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heater and contact A.O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08241 |
| Date reported | April 3, 2008 |
| Date initiated | April 3, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | A.o. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn. |
| Affected scope | About 1,500 |
| 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
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heater and contact A.O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.
- Check the recall number (08241) 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.
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