Basler Electric Transformers recall: Fire, Shock Hazards (Recall Alert)
Basler Electric Recalls Transformers Due to Fire, Shock Hazards (Recall Alert)
Why was Basler Electric Transformers recalled?
The circuit breaker in the transformer can fail to trip, posing fire and electrical shock hazards.
What should I do if I have this product?
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. 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 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
- Electrical transformers
- Company
- Basler Electric Company, of Highland, Ill.
- Quantity
- About 11,900
- Sold at
- Basler Electric to manufacturers and distributors of end products that contain these transformers from September 2014 to Novermber 2014 for various prices.
- Recall date
- December 9, 2015
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
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.