Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The circuit breakers have a yellow label with the words "Square D" or the Square D logo.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The circuit breaker can fail to trip when an overload occurs, posing the risk of fire, burn and electric shock.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Schneider Electric
- Recall number
- 14-134
- Units
- About 28,400
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- 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.
- Importer
- Schneider Electric USA Inc., of Palatine, Ill.
Square D branded, molded case F and K frame circuit breakers
CPSC product type: Electric Wire or Wiring Systems
Recall contact information
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.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.