CPSC recall 08241
Natural and Propane Gas Water Heaters
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Natural and Propane Gas Water Heaters by A O Smith Water Products, citing the water heater's flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the venting unit, posing a fire hazard. Also, the water heater's exhaust can….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08241 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2008-04-03 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | A O Smith Water Products |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Natural and Propane Gas Water Heaters | This recall involves 75-gallon natural and propane gas water heaters. "A.O. Smith" or "State" is printed on the side of the unit. A.O. Smith and State model and serial numbers included in this recall are listed in the chart below. Model and serial numbers are printed on the water heater's rating plate. Brand Name Model Number A.O. Smith FCG-75 300 Serial Number Ranges L07A071460 through L07A144966 or M07A009387 through M07A072884 FCG-75 301 State GS6 75 XRR S GS6 75 CRR S
Reason
The water heater's flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the venting unit, posing a fire hazard. Also, the water heater's exhaust can leak into the surrounding room, posing a carbon monoxide hazard.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/AO-Smith-Recalls-Gas-Water-Heaters-Due-to-Fire-and-Carbon-Monoxide-Hazards
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