Zoeller Pump Co. Septic Pumps recall: Shock Hazard
Zoeller Pump Co. Recalls Septic Pumps Due to Shock Hazard
Why was Zoeller Pump Co. Septic Pumps recalled?
The plug on the pumps could have a grounding problem that could pose an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should contact Zoeller to schedule an inspection, replacement and return of affected pumps. Contact: For additional information, contact Zoeller Pump Co. at (800) 928-7867 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail Zoeller at [email protected], or visit the firm's Web site at www.zoeller.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Zoeller Brand Septic Pumps with a 20-foot black cord with a plug
- Company
- Zoeller Pump Co., of Louisville, Ky.
- Quantity
- About 2,300
- Sold at
- Zoeller distributors nationwide from September 2006 through December 2006 for between $125 and $375.
- Recall date
- February 14, 2007
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled Zoeller brand septic pumps have a 20-foot black cord with a plug. The pumps have date codes 0906 and 1006. On models 53, 57, 151, 152 and 153 the date code is printed on the nameplate on the top of the pump. On Model WM48 the date code is printed on the tag near the plug. "Philippines" is stamped on the plug. A list of specific part numbers, model numbers, date codes and UPC codes can be found at www.zoeller.com. Pumps that have already been hard wired during installation (where the plug has been removed) are not included in the recall.