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Water Heating Technologies Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled May 24, 2016 · CPSC recall 16171 · Water Heating Technologies

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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
Replace · Repair
Units
About 14,400
Incidents / injuries
None reported

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/.

What to do

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.

Contact

Water Heating Technologies toll-free at 888-883-0788 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.americanstandardwaterheaters.com and click on "Recall Information" for more information.

Product
Gas water heaters
Imported by
Water Heating Technologies Corp., of Pomona, Calif.
Retailers
Plumbing contractors nationwide from May 2015 through February 2016 for between $400 and $820.
Made in
Mexico

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →