CPSC recall 24-070, announced December 28, 2023, covers Simpson Gas Pressure Washers with Electric Start (about 2,930 units). The lithium battery in the electric start system can overheat, posing a burn hazard. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas pressure washer and contact FNA Group Inc. for instructions on how to have their unit repaired free of charge at an authorized repair facility. Recall contact: call 866-733-8468, go to simpsoncleaning.com/voluntaryrecall, or email voluntaryrecall@simpsoncleaning.com.
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Affected model numbers
This recall involves Simpson Gas Pressure Washers with model number PS61264.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Simpson Gas Pressure Washers with model number PS61264. The pressure washers are black in color. The Simpson logo, "Pro Series" and 4400 PSI are printed on the handle of the unit. The model number is printed on a silver label on the unit's frame.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The lithium battery in the electric start system can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Incidents and injuries
FNA has received two reports of batteries in the pressure washer's electric start feature overheating and damaging the units. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas pressure washer and contact FNA Group Inc. for instructions on how to have their unit repaired free of charge at an authorized repair facility. The repair will replace the lithium battery in the electric start system with a sealed lead acid battery.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Simpson Gas
- Manufacturer
- FNA Group Inc., of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
- Product type
- Pressure washers
- Recall number
- 24-070
- Units
- About 2,930
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Lowe's stores nationwide and at lowes.com from March 2023 through July 2023 for about $1,100.
Recall contact information
FNA Group Inc. toll-free at 866-733-8468 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at voluntaryrecall@simpsoncleaning.com or online at https://simpsoncleaning.com/voluntaryrecall or www.simpsoncleaning.com and click on the "Voluntary Recall" tab for more information.
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