CPSC, American Water Heater Co. Announce Recall to Replace Burners in Gas Water Heaters
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-10-18). Hazards: carbon monoxide, chemical. About 16,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02020 |
| Published | 2001-10-18 |
| Last updated | 2025-07-28 |
| Product category | Gas Water Heaters & Accessories |
| Products | Natural gas water heaters under the following brand names: American Proline, Envirotemp, Mor-Flo, Powerflex, Premier Plus and US Craftmaster |
| Firm named in the title | American Water Heater Co. |
| Firms | The American Water Heater Co., of Johnson City, Tenn. (distributor) |
| Units (US) | 16,000 |
| Hazard classes | carbon monoxide, chemical |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Trade facets | hvac, plumbing water heating |
| Sold | Home center stores and contractors sold and installed these water heaters nationwide, from June 2001 through September 2001, for between $200 and $500. |
Description
Only natural gas water heaters sold under the following brand names are included in the recall: American Proline, Envirotemp, Mor-Flo, Powerflex, Premier Plus and US Craftmaster. The serial number, located on the data plate on the front of the water heater, starts with 0124 through 0127. The water heaters were sold in both short and tall profiles, and have 30, 40, 50 and 75 gallon capacities. Other model water heaters sold by the American Water Heater Co. are not included in this recall.
Hazard
The burners could produce excess carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of CO poisoning to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should contact the American Water Heater Co. immediately, to arrange for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and the American Water Heater Co. have not received any reports of injuries or incidents relating to these water heaters. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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