CPSC recall 09-009, announced October 14, 2008, covers General Power Products Portable Generators (about 13,000 units). The generator's fuel valve can be damaged by the cover plate during shipment and cause a fuel leak and fuel spillage during use, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice cites 14 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the generators and, effective July 31, 2014, contact All Parts, which is now handling the recall, to determine if the generator's fuel valve is damaged and, if it is, to receive a free repair kit and instructions. Recall contact: call (877) 475-5660.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The serial number is stamped on the engine block which is located on the front of the engine below the generator's control panel.
Which products are included?
This recall includes the General Power Products 6000 Watt portable generator and the Poulan Pro 6000 Watt portable generator with serial numbers 060400483 through 060600725. The serial number is stamped on the engine block which is located on the front of the engine below the generator's control panel. "General Power Products" and "6000 Generator" are printed on the side of the General Power Products generator. "Poulan Pro" and "6000 watts" are printed on the side of the Poulan Pro generator.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The generator's fuel valve can be damaged by the cover plate during shipment and cause a fuel leak and fuel spillage during use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
General Power Products has received 14 reports of damaged fuel valves. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the generators and, effective July 31, 2014, contact All Parts, which is now handling the recall, to determine if the generator's fuel valve is damaged and, if it is, to receive a free repair kit and instructions.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- General Power Products
- Product type
- Generators
- Recall number
- 09-009
- Units
- About 13,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Hardware and home improvement stores primarily located in Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Ohio and Texas from June 2008 through September 2008 for between $600 and $800.
- Importer
- General Power Products LLC, of Loveland, Ohio
Portable Generators
CPSC product type: Generators
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact All Parts toll-free at (877) 475-5660.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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