Basler Electric Recalls Transformers Due to Fire, Shock Hazards (Recall Alert)
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 16-711 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- December 9, 2015
- Brand
- Basler Electric
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Electrical transformers
- Hazard
- Fire, Shock Hazards (Recall Alert)
- Hazard type
- Fire and burnElectric shock
- Remedy
- Replace
- Units
- About 11,900
- Made in
- Mexico
- Last updated by CPSC
- December 9, 2015
What was recalled
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.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Electrical transformers · About 11,900 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Basler Electric to manufacturers and distributors of end products that contain these transformers from September 2014 to Novermber 2014 for various prices.; Basler Electric Company, of Highland, Ill..
Consumer 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.
Recall history and context
Basler Electric appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.
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?
Electrical transformers (About 11,900 units). This recall involves Basler Class 2 electric transformers with date codes between 1435 and 1446 which use a Tyco circuit breaker.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire, Shock Hazards (Recall Alert).
What should I do if I own one?
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…
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on December 9, 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.