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Tools & Hardware/Generators & Engines

Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard

Agency Publication Date: August 9, 2016
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Summary

Kohler Power Systems is recalling approximately 7,000 portable generators (models PRO3.7, PRO3.7E, PRO5.2, PRO5.2E, and GEN5.0) because of a wiring error that can cause an electrical shock to anyone who plugs in a device. The affected generators have blue fuel tanks and black frames and were sold at authorized Kohler dealers between June 2014 and May 2016 for between $740 and $1,400. Consumers should stop using these units and contact Kohler to arrange for a free repair. No injuries have been reported to date.

Risk

A manufacturing wiring error creates a high risk of electrical shock if an electrical device is plugged into the generator, potentially causing serious injury or death.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your generator for a silver label on the lower part of the black frame assembly to find the model number, serial number, and manufacturing date.
  2. Verify if your unit is affected: This recall includes models PRO3.7, PRO3.7E, PRO5.2, PRO5.2E, and GEN5.0 (Spec Number PA-GEN50-3003) with a serial number of 4528733735 or lower and a manufacture date before 06 2016.
  3. Immediately stop using any generator that meets these criteria.
  4. 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 to schedule a free repair with your nearest authorized dealer.
  5. Visit http://power.kohler.com and click 'Contact Us' on the upper-right side of the page for more information.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free 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.

Affected Products

Product: Kohler PRO3.7 Portable Generator
Model:
PRO3.7
Lot Numbers:
Serial number 4528733735 or lower
Date Ranges: June 2014 - May 2016
Product: Kohler PRO3.7E Portable Generator
Model:
PRO3.7E
Lot Numbers:
Serial number 4528733735 or lower
Date Ranges: June 2014 - May 2016
Product: Kohler PRO5.2 Portable Generator
Model:
PRO5.2
Lot Numbers:
Serial number 4528733735 or lower
Date Ranges: June 2014 - May 2016
Product: Kohler PRO5.2E Portable Generator
Model:
PRO5.2E
Lot Numbers:
Serial number 4528733735 or lower
Date Ranges: June 2014 - May 2016
Product: Kohler GEN5.0 Portable Generator
Model:
GEN5.0
PA-GEN50-3003
Lot Numbers:
Serial number 4528733735 or lower
Date Ranges: June 2014 - May 2016

Product Images

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

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 16239
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Sumec Machinery & Electric Co. Ltd., of China
Sold By: Authorized Kohler distributors and dealers from June 2014 through May 2016 for between $740 and $1,400.
Distributor: Kohler Power Systems of Kohler, Wis.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 7,000 (in addition, about 230 were sold in Canada)
Distributed To: Nationwide
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.
Agency Last Updated: August 9, 2016

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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