Reported Sep 16, 2020
MWE Investments Recalls Westinghouse Portable Generators Due to Fire Hazard
MWE Investments of Columbus, Ohio
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.
Firm contact: 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.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Dual Fuel Portable Generators
- Amount recalled
- About 7,500
Where it was sold
Sold at 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..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The recalled portable generators can leak fuel, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received 26 reports of fuel leaking from the fuel valve. No fires, injuries, or property damage have been reported.
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