Fire and burn

Basler Electric Recalls Transformers Due to Fire, Shock Hazards (Recall Alert)

Recalled 2015-12-09. Fire and burn hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.

About 11,900Units
2015-12-09Recall date
None reportedInjuries

The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.

What was recalled
This recall involves Basler Class 2 electric transformers with date codes between 1435 and 1446 which use a Tyco circuit breaker. The date code is located on the top line of the transformer's data plate.
The hazard
The circuit breaker in the transformer can fail to trip, posing fire and electrical shock hazards.
Injuries
None reported
The remedy
Manufacturers and distributors should immediately stop distributing the recalled transformers and contact Basler to receive free replacement transformers. Due to the risk of shock, consumers should not attempt to open or replace the recalled transformers on their own but should contact the manufacturer of their product for further instructions. Basler has notified manufacturers and distributors about the recall directly.

The details

ProductsElectrical transformers
Made byBasler Electric Company
Made inMexico
CPSC recall number16711
What a recall entitles you to

A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.

Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.

The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.

Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.

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