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Tools & Hardware/Generators & Engines

Kohler Recalls Automatic Transfer Switches for Kohler Generators Due to Fire Hazard

Agency Publication Date: May 23, 2018
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Summary

Kohler is recalling about 6,600 100-amp service entrance rated automatic transfer switches used with residential and commercial generators. The switches can fail and overheat, which creates a fire hazard. No injuries or incidents have been reported, but consumers should schedule a free repair immediately. These units were sold at authorized Kohler distributors and dealers nationwide between February 2012 and January 2018.

Risk

The internal transfer switch mechanism can fail and overheat during operation, posing a significant risk of starting a fire.

What You Should Do

  1. Check the outside panel of your automatic transfer switch for the brand name 'Kohler'.
  2. Open the unit's inside cover to locate the nameplate. Verify if your unit is affected by checking for model number RXT-JFNC 100ASE and the serial number.
  3. Immediately contact Kohler or an authorized Kohler service representative to schedule a free repair of the unit.
  4. Reach Kohler by phone at 800-892-7709 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, via email at generator.feedback@kohler.com, or online at www.kohlergenerators.com and click on 'Voluntary Recall' for more information.
  5. For additional questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Consumers should immediately contact an authorized Kohler service representative or Kohler directly to schedule a free repair.

Contact: Kohler at 800-892-7709 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at generator.feedback@kohler.com or online at www.kohlergenerators.com and click on “Voluntary Recall” for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Kohler 100-amp service-entrance automatic transfer switches
Model:
RXT-JFNC 100ASE
RXT-JFNC-0100ASE
RXT-JFNC-100ASEQS3
Lot Numbers:
SGM32LP83
Date Ranges: February 2012 - January 2018

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Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 18165
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Kohler Power Systems, of Kohler, Wis.
Sold By: Authorized Kohler distributors and dealers nationwide from February 2012 through January 2018 for about $530.
Distributor: Kohler Power Systems, of Kohler, Wis.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 6,600
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Kohler at 800-892-7709 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at generator.feedback@kohler.com or online at www.kohlergenerators.com and click on “Voluntary Recall” for more information.
Agency Last Updated: May 23, 2018

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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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