Giant Factories gas water heaters
Serial number location
Giant at (800) 363-9354 anytime or online at www.giantinc.com then click on Recall Information for more information.
Recall Details
This recall involves atmospherically vented propane and natural gas water heaters in 30, 40, 50 and 60 gallon capacities. The recalled water heaters are white with a red "Giant" logo decal on the front. The water heaters have a nameplate near the gas valve with the model number, date of manufacture and serial number. Recalled water heaters have the following model number and have a serial number within the following ranges:
| Model | Serial Number Range | |||||||
| UG30-30MF-N2U-US | A7093000, A7176930 to A7176932 | |||||||
| UG40-32LF-P1U-US |
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| UG50-36LF-P1U-US | A 7120387 | |||||||
| UG50-40LF-N1U-US |
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Consumers should immediately ensure there are no combustible materials near the water heater and contact Giant for a free inspection. If the water heater has a space between the bottom of the water tank and the combustion chamber, Giant will replace the water heater free of charge.
None reported
Independent distributors in Maryland, New York and Pennsylvania from April 2014 through October 2014 for between $340 and $830.
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