The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16171·Announced 2016-05-24

Water Heating Technologies Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

Water Heating Technologies is recalling about 14,400 American Standard gas water heaters because a design flaw poses a risk of fire or explosion.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk of fire or explosion, which is a risk-of-harm product hazard, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Water Heating Technologies Corp. is recalling about 14,400 "American Standard" gas water heaters. The affected units have model numbers beginning with GN and GSN and were sold in 30, 40, and 50-gallon capacities. These white water heaters feature an "American Standard" logo on the front, with the model number printed on a label on the side.

The recall is due to 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. This defect poses a risk of fire or explosion. The company has not reported any injuries or illnesses associated with the product.

The water heaters were sold nationwide to plumbing contractors between May 2015 and February 2016 for between $400 and $820. Consumers should immediately stop using the gas water heaters and call Water Heating Technologies at 888-883-0788 to arrange for a service technician to inspect, repair, or replace the unit free of charge. A complete list of affected models and serial numbers is available on the company's website.

The recalled product

Product
Gas water heaters
Manufacturer
Water Heating Technologies Corp., of Pomona, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
14,400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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