Kohler portable generators
Class II - ModerateWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 7,000 (in addition, about 230 were sold in Canada))
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Sumec Machinery & Electric Co. Ltd., of China
- Reason for Recall:
- The generators have a wiring error, which can result in an electrical shock risk if an electrical device is plugged into the generator.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- 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.
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Product Information
Full 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.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 7,000 (in addition, about 230 were sold in Canada))
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 16239