Schneider Electric Recalls Square D-Brand F and K Frame Circuit Breakers Due to Fire Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 14-134 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- March 18, 2014
- Brand
- Schneider Electric
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Square D branded, molded case F and K frame circuit breakers
- Hazard
- Fire Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burnElectric shock
- Remedy
- Replace
- Units
- About 28,400
- Made in
- Mexico
- Last updated by CPSC
- January 8, 2015
What was recalled
This recall involves Square D brand models FA, FH, FI and FY one-, two- and three-pole circuit breakers rated 15 to 100 amps, and model KI two- and three-pole circuit breakers rated 110 to 250 amps. The F model breakers were manufactured May 8, 2013 through June 10, 2013 and have date codes 13193 through 13241. The K models were manufactured May 2, 2013 through June 21, 2013 and have date codes 13184 through 13255. The date codes are YYWWD format (example: 13184 = year 2013, week 18, day of the work week 4/ Thursday). The circuit breakers have a yellow label with the words "Square D" or the Square D logo. Model information can be found on the faceplate.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Square D branded, molded case F and K frame circuit breakers · About 28,400 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Authorized Schneider Electric distributors nationwide such as Border States Electric Supply, Crescent Electric Supply Co., Dealers Electric Supply Co., Graybar Electric Co., Rexel, W.W. Grainger from May 2013 to June 2013 for between $200 and $9,260.; Schneider Electric USA Inc., of Palatine, Ill..
Consumer contact
Schneider Electric USA at (800) 634-8730 anytime. Consumers can also visit the firm's website at www.schneider-electric.us and click on "customer notification" under the popular links category for more information.
Recall history and context
Schneider Electric appears in 6 CPSC recalls on record. See all Schneider Electric recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Square D branded, molded case F and K frame circuit breakers (About 28,400 units). This recall involves Square D brand models FA, FH, FI and FY one-, two- and three-pole circuit breakers rated 15 to 100 amps, and model KI two- and three-pole circuit breakers rated 110 to 250 amps.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately check to see if they have the recalled circuit breakers. Consumers with uninstalled products will receive a replacement. Installed products will be replaced at no charge to the customer with an allowance of up to $300 per site to cover labor costs.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 8, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.