Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published May 14, 2026
Generac Electric Start Pressure Washers Recall: Carbon Monoxide Risk in Confined Spaces
Generac recalls certain electric start pressure washers due to risk of carbon monoxide poisoning if used in confined spaces. The electronic start button can malfunction and self-start, causing serious injury or death.
The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to carbon monoxide poisoning, if the unit is in a confined space.
“Generac Electric Start Pressure Washers Recall: Carbon Monoxide Risk in Confined Spaces.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1132-generac-electric-start-pressure-washers-recall-carbon-monoxide-risk-in. Based on CPSC recall #10779 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Generac-Power-Systems-Expands-Recall-of-Generac-and-DR-Power-Electric-Start-Pressure-Washers-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Carbon-Monoxide-Hazard-Includes-Additional-Models).
Generac Power Systems Inc. recalled Generac and DR Power electric start pressure washers due to a carbon monoxide hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on May 14, 2026. Owners should stop using the units immediately and contact Generac for a free repair.
How to tell if you have it
Generac brand electric start pressure washers with model numbers G0089111, G0088941, G0088951
DR Power brand electric start pressure washer with model number DPW3109DEN
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer and contact Generac to arrange for a free repair at your dealer's location. The pressure washer can still be used with the battery removed by using the pull-start option to start the unit.
The hazard
The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to carbon monoxide poisoning if the unit is in a confined space. The firm has received six reports of the pressure washers self-starting, but no injuries or property damage have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Generac Power Systems Inc. has six other recalls on record since April 28, 2022. Other recent recalls include DR Power Lawn Mowers (August 6, 2026), DR Power Leaf Vacuums (January 8, 2026), and DR Power Leaf Blowers and Vacuums (May 2, 2024). Other recent recalls of similar products include COMMOWNER Pressure Washers (August 13, 2026), SUGIFT Pressure Washers (August 13, 2026), and Agiiman Pressure Washers (April 16, 2026).
How to tell if you have this one
Check the product's frame label for model and serial numbers. The affected models are Generac G0089111, G0088941, G0088951 and DR Power DPW3109DEN. You can verify by visiting Generac's support page for pressure washers.
Brand
Generac
Product
Electric Start Pressure Washers
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using It Now
Immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning risk.
Contact Generac for Repair
Contact Generac to arrange a free repair at your dealer's location.
Use Pull-Start Option
If the battery is removed, you can use the pull-start option to safely operate the unit.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer and contact Generac to arrange for a free repair at your dealer's location. The pressure washer can still be used with the battery removed by using the pull-start option to start the unit.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Major home improvement and hardware stores online and nationwide including Menards, Home Depot, and Amazon from November 2021 through February 2026 for between $500 and $590.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Generac
We’ve drafted a message you can send Generac to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 10779 — Generac Electric Start Pressure Washers Recall: Carbon Monoxide Risk in Confined Spaces
Hello,
I own a Generac Electric Start Pressure Washers Recall: Carbon Monoxide Risk in Confined Spaces that is covered by recall 10779 from Generac.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer and contact Generac to arrange for a free repair at your dealer's location. The pressure washer can still be used with the battery removed by using the pull-start option to start the unit.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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