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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 17, 2026Serious
Friedrich Air Conditioning KÜHL Window Air Conditioners
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The control board inside the motor of the recalled air conditioners can fail, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency describes a risk of serious injury or death.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled air conditioners immediately and visit www.friedrich.com/product-recall to receive information on how to determine if their unit is covered by the recall. Consumers should have the air conditioner’s serial number, which can be found on the inside of the unit, when they visit the recall web page or call Friedrich about the recall. If your unit has a serial number that is included in the recall, the firm will send you instructions on how to obtain a refund or free replacement unit.
Who to contact: Friedrich Air Conditioning toll-free at 800-541-6645 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or online at www.friedrich.com.product-recall or online at www.friedrich.com and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page.
The product
This recall involves KÜHL Q and KÜHL S Window Air Conditioners. The products have a gray front and a black air discharge grille and have the name Friedrich and the Friedrich logo in the lower left corner of the unit. The Kühl Q front control panel is located on the top left corner of the unit, and the Kühl S front control panel is located on the right side of the unit below the discharge grille. The models are KCVQ08B10A, KHVQ10B11A, KCVS08B10A, KCVS12B10A, KCVS12B30A and KCVS16B30A. The model and serial number are located inside the air conditioners. Only some serial numbers below have motors that are included in this recall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,000
- Recall date
- September 17, 2026
- Brand
- Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., of San Antonio, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reports indicating that the air conditioner’s motor ignited, with one incident causing smoke and fire damage to a residence. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: PC Richard & Son, Grainger, and Johnson Supply stores and other appliance distributors and retailers nationwide from January 2026 through August 2026 for between $1,300 and $2,000.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Friedrich Air Conditioning Recalls KÜHL Window Air Conditioners Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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