A. O. Smith Recalls 30-Gallon Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 19-030 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- November 8, 2018
- Brand
- A. O. Smith
- Category
- Heaters, fans and air conditioners
- Products
- A. O. Smith 30 gallon gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030N
- Hazard
- Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 190
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- November 8, 2018
What was recalled
This recall includes A. O. Smith 30-gallon natural gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030NV and serial numbers with the first four digits of 1805 through 1809. A. O. Smith, the model number and the serial number are printed on the data plate located next to the gas water heater's control valve/thermostat. A. O. Smith is printed near the top of the water heater.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- A. O. Smith 30 gallon gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030N · About 190 units
Photos from the recall notice


Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Exclusively at Lowe's stores in California from February 2018 through April 2018 for between $540 and $610.; A. O. Smith Corp., of Milwaukee, Wis.; Lowe's Stores, of Monroe, N.C..
Consumer contact
A. O. Smith toll-free at 866-854-2793 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday or online at www.waterheaterrecall.com and click on the “check my serial number” link associated with this recall for more information.
Recall history and context
A. O. Smith appears in 6 CPSC recalls on record. See all A. O. Smith recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 75 recalls in the heaters, fans and air conditioners category, 17 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
A. O. Smith 30 gallon gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030N (About 190 units). This recall includes A.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on November 8, 2018. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.