CPSC recall 19-007, announced October 10, 2018, covers Fuel tank replacement caps made by Kelch/Bemis (about 3,000 units). The fuel tank replacement caps lack ventilation holes which allow pressure to build up in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the portable generators and return the recalled fuel tank replacement cap to a Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free replacement. Recall contact: call 800-227-3798, or go to www.briggsandstratton.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
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: B4363GS.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model B4363GS fuel tank replacement caps made by Kelch/Bemis for Briggs & Stratton portable generators that use a plastic non-vented fuel tank. The fuel tank replacement caps are black and are missing the vent within the clear lens covering the fuel gauge. The fuel caps can be identified by visually inspecting the clear lens for a vent hole towards the bottom of the gauge. The caps are about 2.5 inches in diameter and 1.25 inches in width. Two 5.5 inch metal rods extend from the bottom of the caps to support a float that moves the needle in the fuel gauge. The fuel tank replacement caps have KELCH stamped into the bottom of the cap.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fuel tank replacement caps lack ventilation holes which allow pressure to build up in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the portable generators and return the recalled fuel tank replacement cap to a Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kelch
- Manufacturer
- Kelch, of Sheboygan Falls, Wis., a division of Bemis Manufacturing Company
- Product type
- Generators
- Recall number
- 19-007
- Units
- About 3,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Briggs & Stratton dealers and retailers nationwide from February 2017 through February 2018 for about $26.
- Distributor
- Briggs & Stratton Corporation of Wauwatosa, WI
Recall contact information
Briggs & Stratton at 800-227-3798 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or online at www.briggsandstratton.com and click support to reach the company or for dealer locations.
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