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CPSC recall · Reported October 21, 2010

Kohler Co. Recalls Bath Doors Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Selected Lowe’s and Home Depot Stores

The glass doors can shatter, posing a laceration hazard.

Recall #
11705
Affected scope
About 10
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Kohler Co., of Kohler, Wisc. recalled The recall involves Kohler and Sterling frameless by-pass bath doors. By-pass doors consi….

Kohler Co. Recalls Bath Doors Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Selected Lowe… was recalled by Kohler Co., of Kohler, Wisc. in October 21, 2010. Reason: The glass doors can shatter, posing a laceration hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the doors and contact Kohler for a free replaceme…. Verify recall #11705 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Kohler Co., of Kohler, Wisc. issued this CPSC recall-The glass doors can shatter, posing a laceration hazard..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11705 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

The recall involves Kohler and Sterling frameless by-pass bath doors. By-pass doors consist of two panels that slide on a track and overlap one another. They can be identified by the tempering date located on the bath door glass panel, which reads "080410" or by the SAU (serial) number on the manufacturer's box. SAU numbers can be found on the white bar code label on the spine of the box below the retail label. The affected door models and SAU numbers are as follows: Model Number Description Serial Number These Locations Only R702200-L-SHP Kohler Fluence frameless bath door with Bright Polished Silver finish and clear glass SAU376TBX and SAU376TC3 Lowe's Stores: # 1087 - Folsom, Calif. # 1538 - Chantilly, Va. 5425-59DR-G05 Sterling Finesse frameless bath door with Deep Bronze finish and clear glass SAU376MDZ and SAU376MF8 Lowe's Stores: # 526 - Asheville, N.C. # 2338 - Cincinnati, Oh. 5425-59N-G69 Sterling Finesse frameless bath door with Nickel metal finish and Lake Mist Silk Screen pattern GLASS SAU376SS6 and SAU376SSB Home Depot Stores: # 119 - Augusta, Ga. # 4131 - Lancaster, Pa. # 4614 - Virginia Beach, Va.

Reason for recall

The glass doors can shatter, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the doors and contact Kohler for a free replacement door.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 11705
Date reported October 21, 2010
Date initiated October 21, 2010
Recalling firm Kohler Co., of Kohler, Wisc.
Affected scope About 10
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the doors and contact Kohler for a free replacement door.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves Kohler and Sterling frameless by-pass bath doors. By-pass doors consist of two panels that slide on a track and overlap one another. They can be identified by the tempering date located on the bath door glass panel, which reads "080410" or by the SAU (serial) number on the manufacturer's box. SAU numbers can be found on the white bar code label on the spine of the box below the retail label. The affected door models and SAU numbers are as follows: Model Number Description Serial Number These Locations Only R702200-L-SHP Kohler Fluence frameless bath door with Bright Polished Silver finish and clear glass SAU376TBX and SAU376TC3 Lowe's Stores: # 1087 - Folsom, Calif. # 1538 - Chantilly, Va. 5425-59DR-G05 Sterling Finesse frameless bath door with Deep Bronze finish and clear glass SAU376MDZ and SAU376MF8 Lowe's Stores: # 526 - Asheville, N.C. # 2338 - Cincinnati, Oh. 5425-59N-G69 Sterling Finesse frameless bath door with Nickel metal finish and Lake Mist Silk Screen pattern GLASS SAU376SS6 and SAU376SSB Home Depot Stores: # 119 - Augusta, Ga. # 4131 - Lancaster, Pa. # 4614 - Virginia Beach, Va.. Recalled by Kohler Co., of Kohler, Wisc.. Units affected: About 10.
Why was this product recalled?
The glass doors can shatter, posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the doors and contact Kohler for a free replacement door.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 21, 2010. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 11705.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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