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RecallCPSCcpsc-7826ELECTRICAL SHOCK

Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard

Category
Units Affected
7,000
Recall Date
August 9, 2016
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Electrical Shock
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7826.

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.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7826.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Kohler to schedule a free repair by the closest authorized dealer.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Authorized Kohler Distributors And Dealers From June 2014 Through May 2016 For Between $740 And $1,400. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7826.

Kohler Power Systems toll-free at 866-667-4835 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email generator.feedback@kohler.com or online at http://power.kohler.com, and click "Contact Us" on the upper-right side of the page.

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Authorized Kohler Distributors And Dealers From June 2014 Through May 2016 For Between $740 And $1,400. Recall FAQ

Authorized Kohler Distributors And Dealers From June 2014 Through May 2016 For Between $740 And $1,400. is the subject of a furniture recall: Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard. The notice was published on August 9, 2016 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 7,000 units are potentially affected.