CPSC recall 06-569, announced July 27, 2006, covers Generac GTH410 and GTH220 Engines with Plastic Fuel Tanks (about 700 units). The plastic fuel tanks can leak. The notice cites 33 incident reports. Consumers who purchased power equipment with the recalled engine should stop using it immediately and contact the equipment manufacturer to schedule a free tank replacement. Recall contact: call (800) 320-1143, or go to www.generac.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
The engine model number is located on the side of the motor and contained on a small sticker above the Generac nameplate.
Which products are included?
The following industrial power equipment products, manufactured by the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) listed below, are included in this recall: Power Equipment Type OEM/Equipment Seller Pressure Washer Cleaning Systems Specialists, Inc. Phone: (619) 448-8111 Air Compressors Ingersoll-Rand Phone: (800) 820-0308 Pressure Washers Silver Eagle Phone: (936) 264-2215 Saw Mill Wood Mizer Phone: (317) 808-0717 The recalled Generac GTH410 and GTH220 engines were manufactured from July 2001 to July 2005. GTH410 Engines model numbers with defective fuel tanks are: 0041930EHF; 0043290EHF; 0043291; 0045050EHF; 0045281; 0045283; 0046100EHF; 0046150EHF; 0046910EHF; 0046911. GTH220 Engines model numbers with defective fuel tanks are: 0040990EHC; 0043930EHC; 0045300EHC; 0046090EHC; 0046370EHC; 0046380EHC; 0046390EHC; 0046820EHC; 0047640EHC; 0048820; 0050650; 0051170. The engine model number is located on the side of the motor and contained on a small sticker above the Generac nameplate. The top number on the small sticker is the model number (e.g., 220 or 410). The larger Generac nameplate contains the Engine Identification Number and Serial Number.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The plastic fuel tanks can leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.
Incidents and injuries
Generac Power Systems Inc. has received 33 reports of fuel tank leaks with these engines. Generac has not received any reports of injuries or property damage.
Official remedy
Consumers who purchased power equipment with the recalled engine should stop using it immediately and contact the equipment manufacturer to schedule a free tank replacement.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis.
- Recall number
- 06-569
- Units
- About 700
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent and national dealers sold the power equipment with the recalled engines from July 2001 through July 2005.
Generac GTH410 and GTH220 Engines with Plastic Fuel Tanks
CPSC product type: Engines
Recall contact information
Call Generac Power Systems at (800) 320-1143 anytime, or log on to Generac's Web site at www.generac.com Consumers can also contact the OEM/Equipment Seller directly at the phone numbers listed above.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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