Moderate Recalled August 9, 2016 About 7,000 (in addition, about 230 were sold in Canada) units

Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard

The hazard

The generators have a wiring error, which can result in an electrical shock risk if an electrical device is plugged into the generator.

Incidents reported: None reported

What to do now

Repair

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

Contact: Kohler Power Systems toll-free at 866-667-4835 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email generator.feedback@kohler.com or online at http://power.kohler.com, and click "Contact Us" on the upper-right side of the page.

About this recall

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 photos

Kohler PRO3.7 Portable Generator
Kohler PRO3.7 Portable Generator
Kohler PRO5.2 Portable Generator
Kohler PRO5.2 Portable Generator
Kohler GEN5.0 Portable Generator
Kohler GEN5.0 Portable Generator
Location of label with model number, serial number, and manufacturing date code
Location of label with model number, serial number, and manufacturing date code

Photos: U.S. CPSC