Kohler Recalls Automatic Transfer Switches for Kohler Generators Due to Fire Hazard
USKohler Recalls Automatic Transfer Switches for Kohler Generators Due to Fire Hazard
Recalling Firm: Kohler Power Systems, of Kohler, Wis.
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe transfer switch can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves Kohler 100-amp service entrance rated automatic transfer switches used with Kohler brand residential and commercial generators. "Kohler" is printed on the outside panel. Model number RXT-JFNC 100ASE and the serial number are printed on a nameplate located on the inside cover of the unit.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedKohler 100-amp service-entrance automatic transfer switches
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Kohler-Recalls-Automatic-Transfer-Switches-for-Kohler-Generators-Due-to-Fire-Hazard |
| Title | Kohler Recalls Automatic Transfer Switches for Kohler Generators Due to Fire Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/1013_1.jpeg |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/1013_2.jpeg |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/1013_3.jpeg |
| Hazards › Name | The transfer switch can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | Kohler 100-amp service-entrance automatic transfer switches |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 6,600 |
| Recall I D | 8333 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately contact an authorized Kohler service representative or Kohler directly to schedule a free repair. |
| Retailers › Name | Authorized Kohler distributors and dealers nationwide from February 2012 through January 2018 for about $530. |
| Recall Date | 2018-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Kohler 100-amp service entrance rated automatic transfer switches used with Kohler brand residential and commercial generators. "Kohler" is printed on the outside panel. Model number RXT-JFNC 100ASE and the serial number are printed on a nameplate located on the inside cover of the unit. |
| Distributors › Name | Kohler Power Systems, of Kohler, Wis. |
| Recall Number | 18165 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Kohler Power Systems, of Kohler, Wis. |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Kohler at 800-892-7709 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at generator.feedback@kohler.com or online at www.kohlergenerators.com and click on “Voluntary Recall” for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2018-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Kohler Recalls Automatic Transfer Switches for Kohler Generators Due to Fire Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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