Product Recall Number: 13-036
Why was Powermate Sx 5500 portable generators recalled?
The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Product Recall Number: 13-036
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2012-11-12
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Powermate Sx 5500 portable generators
Description: The fuel filter on the Powermate Sx 5500 portable generator allows gasoline to leak.
Hazard Description: The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair, Replace
Units: About 7700
Incidents: Pramac America has received 51 reports of fuel filter leakage. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact Pramac America to receive a free repair kit including a replacement filter, hose and hose clamps for fuel line.
Sold At: Home Depot stores in northeast, mid-west and southeast United States from February 2012 through August 2012 for about $550.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed