# CPSC, Controlled Energy Corporation Announce Recall of Water Heaters
> **CPSC recall** · 2001-02-15 · 01085 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 01085
- **Date:** 2001-02-15
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

AquaStar natural gas water heaters

## Hazards

The heaters can produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in the exhaust gas, which can cause serious injuries and death.

## Retailer(s)

The water heaters were sold nationwide through plumbing supply stores and plumbing contractors from March 1997 to January 2001, for about $440, plus installation.

## Country of manufacture

Portugal

## Description

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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Controlled-Energy-Corporation-Announce-Recall-of-Water-Heaters)
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