Product Recall Number: 13-026
Why was Portable generators recalled?
Fuel can leak from the generator's carburetor, posing a fire hazard.
Product Recall Number: 13-026
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2012-11-01
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Portable generators
Description: Two models of generators can leak fuel from the carburetor. There are eight reports of the generators catching fire.
Hazard Description: Fuel can leak from the generator's carburetor, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair, Refund
Units: About 8,600
Incidents: There have been 11 reports of fuel leaking from the generators, including eight reports of the generators catching fire and two of property damage.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled generators immediately and contact Champion Power Equipment for a free repair kit to be installed by an authorized dealer. The consumer may also return the unit to Costco for a full refund.
Sold At: Costco Wholesale stores nationwide from December 2011 through July 2012 for about $699.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed