Note: Updated 10/10/23 to add DR Power Generators and increase incidents from 27 to 29.
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Recalled Generac GP15000E Portable Generator -
Recalled Generac GP17500E Portable Generator
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.
About 64,000
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.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Generac Portable Generators type GP15000E, with model numbers G0057341, G0057342, 005734R1, and 005734R2, and type GP17500E, with model numbers G0057351, G0057352, 005735R1, and 005735R2. “Generac” and the unit type are printed on both sides of the tank and on the control panel of the generators. The model number is printed on a label on the heat shield between the engine and alternator of the generator. This recall also includes DR Power Portable Generators type PROXL17500DP with model numbers GP117KWDEN and GP117KWDENR. Consumers can also visit https://www.generac.com/about-us/product-recall-notifications/GP15000-GP17500-recall to see if their specific unit type and model number are included in this recall. Unit type and model numbers include:
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Unit Type |
Model Numbers |
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Generac GP15000E |
G0057341 |
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Generac GP17500E |
G0057351 |
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DR Power PROXL17500DP |
GP117KWDEN GP1172DENR |
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Generac for a free repair kit.
Generac has received reports of 29 incidents of the generators overheating and pressurizing or expelling fuel when opened, including three incidents resulting in severe burn injuries.
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
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