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Friedrich Air Conditioning Recalls KÜHL Window Air Conditioners Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards

Recall Date: 2026-09-17 Recalling Firm: Unspecified Record Ref: CPSC-6aa01d89b5898e5da594d7887a20

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This CPSC record concerns Friedrich Air Conditioning Recalls KÜHL Window Air Conditioners Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards. Use the source fields below to narrow the match, then verify the exact item and current remedy on the issuing-agency page.

  • Status: Published
  • Recall date: 2026-09-17
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Product Description & Identification

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.

Reason for Recall / Hazard Identified

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.

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Consumer Action Recorded in the Source

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.. 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.

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This record was last updated in our index on 2026-09-18 04:30:03 UTC. Because recall enforcement statuses and instructions evolve, always verify details directly with the issuing government agency.

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CPSC-6aa01d89b5898e5da594d7887a20
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2026-09-18 04:30:03 UTC
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