CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

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

In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/59734r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 9, 2016

Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock 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.

Required Consumer Action

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

Contact Information

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.

Recall Details

Sold At
Authorized Kohler distributors and dealers from June 2014 through May 2016 for between $740 and $1,400.
Injuries
None reported
Manufacturer
Sumec Machinery & Electric Co. Ltd., of China
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
16239

Product Information

Product Name
Kohler portable generators
Product Type
Portable Generators
Number of Units
About 7,000 (in addition, about 230 were sold in Canada)
Manufacturer Name
Sumec Machinery & Electric Co. Ltd., of China
Distributed By
Kohler Power Systems of Kohler, Wis.
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone 866-667-4835
Full Contact Information

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.