Recall #10-739 · Published May 25, 2010

Portable Generators

Cummins Power Generation Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Portable Generators from Loncin Industries Ltd. on May 25, 2010. CPSC identifies this hazard: Fuel can leak through the carburetor during normal usage, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Cummins for a refund. All known users have been contacted by the firm.

Recalled generator P5350
Recalled generator P5350
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Affected model numbers

P5350P5350CP5450EP5450ECP5550E
Additional identifying details

"Cummins Onan" and the model number are printed on the front of the generator.

Why it was recalled

Fuel can leak through the carburetor during normal usage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received 25 reports of fuel leakage. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Cummins for a refund. All known users have been contacted by the firm.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Loncin Industries Ltd., of China
Recall number
10-739
Units
About 550
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Authorized dealers nationwide from June 2009 through February 2010 for between $700 and $1,100.
Importer
Cummins Power Generation, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Portable Generators

CPSC product type: Generators

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Cummins at (800) 344-0039 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cumminsonan.com/portable

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