Water Heating Technologies Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-05-24). Hazards: fire, explosion. About 14,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16171 |
| Published | 2016-05-24 |
| Last updated | 2016-05-24 |
| Product category | Gas Water Heaters |
| Products | Gas water heaters |
| Firm named in the title | Water Heating Technologies |
| Firms | Water Heating Technologies Corp., of Pomona, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico |
| Units (US) | 14,400 |
| Hazard classes | fire, explosion |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, inspect, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac, plumbing water heating |
| Sold | Plumbing contractors nationwide from May 2015 through February 2016 for between $400 and $820. |
Description
This recall involves Water Heating Technologies "American Standard" gas water heaters. The model numbers included in the recall begin with GN and GSN. The water heaters are white with an "American Standard" logo printed on the front. The model number is printed on a label on the side of the water heater. The water heaters were sold in 30, 40 and 50 gallon capacities. A complete list of models and serial numbers can be found on the firm's website at http://www.americanstandardwaterheaters.com/recall/.
Hazard
The water heaters have a space between the burner flange and the combustion chamber that allows flammable liquids or gases to contact burning flammable vapors inside the combustion chamber, posing a risk of fire or explosion.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the gas water heaters and call Water Heating Technologies to arrange for a service technician to inspect, repair or replace the water heater free of charge.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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