CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

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.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • May 24, 2016

Water Heating Technologies Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

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/.

Required Consumer Action

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 Information

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.

Recall Details

Sold At
Plumbing contractors nationwide from May 2015 through February 2016 for between $400 and $820.
Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
16171

Product Information

Product Name
Gas water heaters
Product Type
Gas Water Heaters
Number of Units
About 14,400
Imported By
Water Heating Technologies Corp., of Pomona, Calif.
Manufactured In
Mexico

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone 888-883-0788
Website www.americanstandardwaterheaters.com
Full Contact Information

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.