A. O. Smith Recalls 30-Gallon Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
Source: CPSC Recall #19030
Recall Date
2018-11-08
Manufacturer
A. O. Smith Corp., of Milwaukee, Wis.
Units Affected
About 190
Products Involved
A. O. Smith 30 gallon gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030N
Hazard
The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to work properly, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.
Reported Injuries
None reported
Sold At
Exclusively at Lowe's stores in California from February 2018 through April 2018 for between $540 and $610.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
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.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28