Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-08-09 · 16239
Hazards
The generators have a wiring error, which can result in an electrical shock risk if an electrical device is plugged into the generator.
Recall
Number
16239
Date
2016-08-09
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Kohler portable generators
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Sumec Machinery & Electric Co. Ltd., of China
Retailer(s)
Authorized Kohler distributors and dealers from June 2014 through May 2016 for between $740 and $1,400.
Distributor(s)
Kohler Power Systems of Kohler, Wis.
Country of manufacture
China
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.