Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard

Active Recall Announced August 9, 2016 CPSC #16239

Quick answer

Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard is CPSC recall #16239, announced on August 9, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact kohler to schedule a free repair by the closest authorized dealer.. Affected brands: Sumec Machinery & Electric Co. Ltd., Kohler Power Systems of Kohler, Wis..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Kohler portable generators

Recalled brands

Sumec Machinery & Electric Co. Ltd., Kohler Power Systems of Kohler, Wis.

Remedy

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

Recall date

August 9, 2016

Categories

Portable Generators

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #16239?

CPSC recall #16239 covers Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 9, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #16239?

The CPSC remedy for recall #16239 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact kohler to schedule a free repair by the closest authorized dealer.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Kohler-Power-Systems-Recalls-Portable-Generators. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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