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.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The transfer switch can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Kohler 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 |
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