Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 31,600 units
Recall No. 18-085 Published January 25, 2018

Elkay and Halsey Taylor water coolers and bottle filling stations

Internal screws that secure the grounding wire can break and allow the grounding wire to become loose, posing a shock hazard. Manufactured by Elkay Plumbing Products Company and sold at Elkay distributors from May 2017 – June 2017 for $600 to $7,450.

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

Internal screws that secure the grounding wire can break and allow the grounding wire to become loose, posing a shock hazard.

362
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received 362 reports of broken screws being found in units prior to installation. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water coolers and bottle filling stations, unplug the units and contact Elkay for a free repair.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerElkay Plumbing Products Company, of Savanna, Ill.
UnitsAbout 31,600
Made inUnited States
Sold atElkay distributors
Sales periodMay 2017 – June 2017
Price$600 to $7,450

How to reach the firm

Phone
866-243-3070
7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Email
Recall page
www.elkay.com

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