Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published September 16, 2020
Westinghouse Dual Fuel Generators Recall: Fire Hazard from Fuel Leaks
Westinghouse recalls two models of dual fuel portable generators (2019) due to fuel leaks causing fire and burn risks. Consumers must stop using and contact MWE Investments for free repairs.
“Westinghouse Dual Fuel Generators Recall: Fire Hazard from Fuel Leaks.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/3005-westinghouse-dual-fuel-generators-recall-fire-hazard-from-fuel-leaks. Based on CPSC recall #8904 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/MWE-Investments-Recalls-Westinghouse-Portable-Generators-Due-to-Fire-Hazard).
MWE Investments recalled Westinghouse portable generators due to a fire hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Sept. 16, 2020. Owners should stop using the units and contact MWE Investments for a free repair.
How to tell if you have it
Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generators (manufactured October 2019 through December 2019; serial numbers starting with 04511A1019, 04511A1219, or 5311A1219)
Westinghouse iGen4500DF Dual Fuel Inverter Portable Generators (manufactured October 2019 through December 2019; serial numbers starting with 04511A1019, 04511A1219, or 5311A1219)
Sold at Sam's Club nationwide, SamsClub.com, amazon.com, homedepot.com, lowes.com, electricgeneratorsdirect.com, powerequipmentdirect.com, norwall.com, and other online locations from January 2020 through May 2020
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair. Contact MWE Investments toll-free at 855-944-4796 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@wpowereq.com, or online at www.westinghouseoutdoorpower.com and click on “Product Safety” located at the top of the page.
The hazard
The recalled portable generators can leak fuel, posing a fire and burn hazard. The firm has received 26 reports of fuel leaking from the fuel valve. No fires, injuries, or property damage have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls include AGA Dual Fuel Ranges Recall (Sept. 10, 2026), Northern Tool Hot Water Pressure Washers Recall (Jan. 29, 2026), and Airedale Heat Pump Recall (Aug. 20, 2026).
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the model name and serial number on the back panel. The WGen5300DFv has bright blue and black exterior with white lettering on the control panel. The iGen4500DF has a bright blue plastic cover with white lettering on both side panels.
Brand
Westinghouse
Product
Dual Fuel Portable Generators
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using It Now
Immediately stop using the recalled generators as they can leak fuel, causing fire or burns.
Contact MWE Investments
Reach out to MWE Investments to arrange a free repair for the generator.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “The WGen500DFv was sold at Sam's Club nationwide and online at SamsClub.com. The iGen4500DF was sold online at amazon.com, homedepot.com, lowes.com, electricgeneratorsdirect.com, powerequipmentdirect.com, norwall.com, and other online…”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Westinghouse
We’ve drafted a message you can send Westinghouse to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8904 — Westinghouse Dual Fuel Generators Recall: Fire Hazard from Fuel Leaks
Hello,
I own a Westinghouse Dual Fuel Generators Recall: Fire Hazard from Fuel Leaks that is covered by recall 8904 from Westinghouse.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.
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.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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