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Affected model numbers
G0064330G0064340XT8000EFIG0071621GP6500G0076800G0076812G0076830RG0076902RGP6500EG0076820RGP8000EG0076751G0076761G00768616500MGP16505DMNRGP16505DENG0068650G0079960The model and serial numbers are printed on a label on the product.
Why it was recalled
An unlocked handle can pinch consumers' fingers against the generator frame when the generator is moved, posing finger amputation and crushing hazards.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received a total of 37 reports of injuries, 24 resulting in finger amputations and five in finger crushing.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable generators, unless the locking pin has been inserted to secure the handle in place before and after moving the generator, and contact Generac for a free repair kit consisting of a set of spacers to move the handle away from the frame, eliminating the pinch point. Customers who had responded to the original recall will automatically be sent a new kit.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Generac Power Systems, of Waukesha, Wisconsin
- Recall number
- 23-040
- Units
- About 321,160 (In addition, 4,575 were sold in Canada) These portable generators were previously recalled in July 2021
- Manufactured in
- United States, China
- Sold at / sales period
- Major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online, including Ace Hardware, Amazon, Blain's Farm & Fleet, City Electric Supply, Costco, Do it Best, Fastenal, Home Depot, Lowe's Stores, Napa Auto Parts, Northern Tool & Equipment, Orgill, Power Equipment Direct, Ravitsky Bros., True Value, and W.W. Grainger from June 2013 through June 2021 for between $790 and $1,480.
Generac® and DR® 6500 Watt and 8000-Watt portable generators
Recall contact information
Generac toll-free at 844-242-3493 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.generac.com/handlespacer or www.generac.com and click on Important Safety Information for more information.
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Publication and verification
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