Recall #20-185 · Published September 16, 2020

Dual Fuel Portable Generators

MWE Investments Recalls Westinghouse Portable Generators Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Dual Fuel Portable Generators from Dual Fuel on September 16, 2020. CPSC identifies this hazard: The recalled portable generators can leak fuel, posing a fire and burn hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.

Recalled Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generator
Recalled Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generator
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Why it was recalled

The recalled portable generators can leak fuel, posing a fire and burn hazard.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received 26 reports of fuel leaking from the fuel valve. No fires, injuries, or property damage have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
20-185
Units
About 7,500
Manufactured in
China, Vietnam
Sold at / sales period
The WGen500DFv was sold at Sam's Club nationwide and online at SamsClub.com. The iGen4500DF was sold online at amazon.com, homedepot.com, lowes.com, electricgeneratorsdirect.com, powerequipmentdirect.com, norwall.com, and other online locations. The generators were sold from January 2020 through May 2020 for between $450 and $1,050, depending on the model.
Importer
MWE Investments, of Columbus, Ohio

Dual Fuel Portable Generators

Recall contact information

MWE Investments toll-free at 855-944-4796 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@wpowereq.com, or online at www.westinghouseoutdoorpower.com and click on “Product Safety” located at the top of the page.

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