CPSCRecalled Feb 15, 2001 · #01085
CPSC, Controlled Energy Corporation Announce Recall of Water Heaters
Hazard
The heaters can produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in the exhaust gas, which can cause serious injuries and death.
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The AquaStar natural gas water heaters were made in Portugal, and were distributed in the United States as model number AQ38B NG. The water heater is off-white in color, with the word "AquaStar" in red, on the front of the unit. The model number can be found on the rating plate, on the right side of the water heater.
Product details
- Product
- AquaStar natural gas water heaters
- Type
- Gas Water Heaters & Accessories
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- AQ38B
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- The water heaters were sold nationwide through plumbing supply stores and plumbing contractors from March 1997 to January 2001, for about $440, plus installation.
- Made in
- Portugal
What you should do
Consumers who have the recalled AquaStar unit (model number AQ38B NG), should turn off the water heater immediately and call Controlled Energy Corporation. CEC is offering consumers a free on-site repair conducted by a licensed professional plumber.