Kohler gasoline engines recall 18-721

Kohler gasoline engines

Kohler Recalls Gasoline Engines Due to Risk of Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Kohler gasoline engines from Kohler Engines on February 6, 2018. CPSC identifies this hazard: The engines have a faulty fuel cap, which can allow over-pressurization in the fuel tank, posing a risk of a fuel leak and fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using products with the recalled engines and contact Kohler to schedule a free repair. Kohler is contacting all known purchasers directly.

What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

Affected model numbers

SH265CH245CH255CH270CH395CH440ECH440

Additional identifying details

Model numbers, spec numbers, serial numbers, and build dates are printed on a silver label attached to the lower-right side of the engine.

Why it was recalled

The engines have a faulty fuel cap, which can allow over-pressurization in the fuel tank, posing a risk of a fuel leak and fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using products with the recalled engines and contact Kohler to schedule a free repair. Kohler is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand: Kohler Engines
Manufacturer: Kohler Engines, of China
Recall number: 18-721
Units: About 24,000
Manufactured in: China
Sold at / sales period: Authorized Kohler and original equipment manufacturers, distributors and dealers and online at www.HomeDepot.com and other websites in December 2017 for between $625 and $4,950 with the product and for between $260 and $690 sold separately.
Importer: Kohler Engines, of Kohler, Wis.
Distributor: Kohler Engines, of Kohler, Wis.