Recall #23-288 · Published September 14, 2023

Generac Portable Generators

Generac Recalls Portable Generators Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards

CPSC published a recall notice for Generac Portable Generators from Generac on September 14, 2023. CPSC identifies this hazard: The recalled generators' fuel tank can fail to vent adequately from the rollover valve, causing the gas tank to build up excess pressure and expel fuel when opened, posing fire and burn hazards. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Generac for a free repair kit.

Recalled Generac GP15000E Portable Generator
Recalled Generac GP15000E Portable Generator
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Affected model numbers

G0057341005734R1GP17500EG0057352005735R2
Additional identifying details

The model number is printed on a label on the heat shield between the engine and alternator of the generator.

Why it was recalled

The recalled generators' fuel tank can fail to vent adequately from the rollover valve, causing the gas tank to build up excess pressure and expel fuel when opened, posing fire and burn hazards.

Incidents and injuries

Generac has received reports of 27 incidents of the generators overheating and pressurizing or expelling fuel when opened, including three incidents resulting in severe burn injuries.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Generac for a free repair kit.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Generac
Manufacturer
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin
Recall number
23-288
Units
About 64,000
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and on various websites from April 2011 through June 2023 for between $3,300 and $3,650.

Generac Portable Generators

Recall contact information

Generac toll-free at 888-391-0503 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.generac.com/GPenhancements or www.generac.com and click on "Important Recall Information" at the top of the page for more information.

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Hazard: When first filling the recalled generator with gasoline, fuel can leak from the carburetor, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire or burn hazard. Consumers with generators that have previously been filled with enough gasoline to move the gauge off "E," or have been used without any gasoline leakage, can continue to be used.

Models
G0077210G0081550+10 more