Reported Dec 9, 2015
Basler Electric Recalls Transformers Due to Fire, Shock Hazards (Recall Alert)
Basler Electric Company of Highland, Ill.
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
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.
Firm contact: Manufacturers and distributors can contact Basler collect at 618-654-2341 ext. 230 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Manufacturers and distributors have been advised by Basler Electric that they should immediately contact consumers who have the recalled transformers.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Electrical transformers
- Amount recalled
- About 11,900
Where it was sold
Sold at Basler Electric to manufacturers and distributors of end products that contain these transformers from September 2014 to Novermber 2014 for various prices..
Why it was recalled
The circuit breaker in the transformer can fail to trip, posing fire and electrical shock hazards.
The agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: None reported
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