Fire and burn

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

Recalled 2018-05-23. Fire and burn hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.

About 6,600Units
2018-05-23Recall date
Fire and burnHazard
None reportedInjuries

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

What was recalled
This recall involves Kohler 100-amp service entrance rated automatic transfer switches used with Kohler brand residential and commercial generators. "Kohler" is printed on the outside panel. Model number RXT-JFNC 100ASE and the serial number are printed on a nameplate located on the inside cover of the unit.
The hazard
The transfer switch can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Injuries
None reported
The remedy
Consumers should immediately contact an authorized Kohler service representative or Kohler directly to schedule a free repair.

The details

ProductsKohler 100-amp service-entrance automatic transfer switches
Made byKohler Power Systems
Made inUnited States
CPSC recall number18165
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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