CPSC, Controlled Energy Corporation Announce Recall of Water Heaters
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-02-15). Hazards: carbon monoxide. Models: AQ38B. About 320 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01085 |
| Published | 2001-02-15 |
| Last updated | 2026-01-26 |
| Product category | Gas Water Heaters & Accessories |
| Products | AquaStar natural gas water heaters |
| Firm named in the title | Controlled Energy Corporation |
| Firms | Controlled Energy Corporation (CEC), of Waitsfield, Vt. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Portugal |
| Units (US) | 320 |
| Model numbers | AQ38B |
| Hazard classes | carbon monoxide |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Trade facets | hvac, plumbing water heating |
| Sold | The water heaters were sold nationwide through plumbing supply stores and plumbing contractors from March 1997 to January 2001, for about $440, plus installation. |
Description
The AquaStar natural gas water heaters were made in Portugal, and were distributed in the United States as model number AQ38B NG. The water heater is off-white in color, with the word "AquaStar" in red, on the front of the unit. The model number can be found on the rating plate, on the right side of the water heater.
Hazard
The heaters can produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in the exhaust gas, which can cause serious injuries and death.
Remedy
Consumers who have the recalled AquaStar unit (model number AQ38B NG), should turn off the water heater immediately and call Controlled Energy Corporation. CEC is offering consumers a free on-site repair conducted by a licensed professional plumber.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Controlled Energy have received reports of two deaths and two injuries in Manitoba, Canada, reportedly caused by the release of carbon monoxide from the water heater.
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