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Affected model numbers
G38MG0750RVG42MG0750RVG55MG0900RVG65MG1100RVThe recalled generators are black with blue label and have "Valsi Generator" printed on the label.
Why it was recalled
The fuel tanks can crack and leak fuel, posing a risk of fires and burn injuries.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 67 reports of fuel tank leaks. There have been no reported injuries.
Official remedy
Valsi is directly notifying those consumers who purchased affected generators. Consumers should stop using their generators immediately and contact a Valsi dealer or Valsi customer service to make arrangements to have a replacement gas tank installed at no cost to the consumer.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Valsi Single Phase
- Manufacturer
- Corporativo Valsi S.A de C.V, Guadalajara, Mexico
- Recall number
- 06-537
- Units
- About 900
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart stores in Florida Gulf coast region; Highway Equipment and Supply, Orlando, FL; and Florida Department of Transportation, Orlando, FL sold these generators from September 2004 through August 2005 for between $400 and $900.
- Importer
- Valsi Power Equipment Inc., of San Diego, Calif.
Valsi Single Phase Portable Generators
CPSC product type: Generators
Recall contact information
For more information, call the firm at (866) 260-4843 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email them at export@valsi.com.mx
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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