Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-08-09). Hazards: electric shock. Models: PRO3.7, PRO3.7E, PRO5.2, PRO5.2E, GEN5.0, PA-GEN50-3003. About 7,000 units in the US and 230 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16239 |
| Published | 2016-08-09 |
| Last updated | 2016-08-09 |
| Product category | Portable Generators |
| Products | Kohler portable generators |
| Firm named in the title | Kohler Power Systems |
| Firms | Sumec Machinery & Electric Co. Ltd., of China (manufacturer); Kohler Power Systems of Kohler, Wis. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 7,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 230 |
| Model numbers | PRO3.7, PRO3.7E, PRO5.2, PRO5.2E, GEN5.0, PA-GEN50-3003 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Authorized Kohler distributors and dealers from June 2014 through May 2016 for between $740 and $1,400. |
Description
This recall involves the following Kohler portable generator models: PRO3.7, PRO3.7E, PRO5.2, PRO5.2E, and GEN5.0 with Spec Number PA-GEN50-3003. These generators have black frame assemblies and blue fuel tanks. The PRO3.7, PRO5.2 and GEN5.0 models have manual recoil start. The PRO3.7E and PRO5.2E have both manual recoil and electric start. Only generators with serial number 4528733735 or lower, and a manufacture date prior to 06 2016, representing the months and year of manufacture, are included in this recall. Model numbers, serial numbers, spec number and manufacturing date codes are on a silver label placed on each generator on the lower black frame assemblies.
Hazard
The generators have a wiring error, which can result in an electrical shock risk if an electrical device is plugged into the generator.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Kohler to schedule a free repair by the closest authorized dealer.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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