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Schneider Electric Recalls Square D-Brand F and K Frame Circuit Breakers Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: March 18, 2014 Initiated: March 18, 2014 #14134

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The circuit breaker can fail to trip when an overload occurs, posing the risk of fire, burn and electric shock.

Remedy

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 28,400
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Schneider-Electric-Recalls-Square-D-Brand-F-and-K-Frame-Circuit-Breakers

Frequently Asked Questions

What product 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.. Units affected: About 28,400.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The circuit breaker can fail to trip when an overload occurs, posing the risk of fire, burn and electric shock.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 18, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14134.

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