Kühl® Q and Kühl® S Window Air Conditioners
Recalled by Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., of San Antonio, Texas
Consumer product recall
This is a consumer product recall issued through the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., of San Antonio, Texas has recalled Kühl® Q and Kühl® S Window Air Conditioners, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on September 17, 2026. It is a consumer product recall.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Kühl® Q and Kühl® S Window Air Conditioners, with approximately About 2,000 affected. The company behind the recall is Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., of San Antonio, Texas.
From the official recall notice: “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 KCVQ0…”
Why was Kühl® Q and Kühl® S Window Air Conditioners recalled?
According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “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….”
Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: 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.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Kühl® Q and Kühl® S Window Air Conditioners, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The official recall notice states: “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 inclu…”
About this recall
This recall applies to products sold in the United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public CPSC data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the CPSC or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters to anyone who bought Kühl® Q and Kühl® S Window Air Conditioners. Even if you feel fine, it's worth checking what you have on hand rather than assuming you were missed.
How to check whether you have it
On most consumer products, the model and serial number appear on a rating label — usually on the underside, the back panel, inside a battery compartment, or on a sewn-in tag for textiles and children's products. Check the original box if you still have it.
Compare what you find against the product details listed above. If the codes don't match, your item isn't part of this recall.
What to do if you already bought it
Stop using the product now and keep it away from children and pets until it's dealt with.
Follow the remedy in the official notice — typically a free repair kit, replacement, or refund from Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., of San Antonio, Texas. You usually do not need a receipt.
Don't resell or donate a recalled product, and don't assume a second-hand version is safe — recalled items circulate for years on resale sites.
Full recall details
- Date reported
- September 17, 2026
- Recall started
- September 17, 2026
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.Show full text ▾
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.What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Kühl® Q and Kühl® S Window Air Conditioners recalled?+
According to the CPSC: This recall involves KÜHL Q and KÜHL S Window Air Conditioners.
How serious is this recall?+
Consumer product recall. This is a consumer product recall issued through the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
What should I do if I have Kühl® Q and Kühl® S Window Air Conditioners?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) data for this recall.
Recall number: CPSC-10988. Information last synced from the CPSC on September 18, 2026.
