Reported Apr 28, 2022
Generac Power Systems Recalls Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Generac Power Systems Inc. of Waukesha, Wisconsin
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 pressure washer unless they have removed the rechargeable battery, and contact Generac to arrange to have an authorized dealer replace the start/stop switch on the pressure washer free of charge. The pressure washer can continue to be used with the battery removed but using the pull-start option to start the unit. Generac is contacting known consumers directly to provide more details about the repair.
Firm contact: Generac Power Systems toll-free at 855-625-2933 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.generac.com and click on "Important Recall Information" located at the bottom of the page or go to http://www.generac.com/estartpressurewasher for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Electric Start Pressure Washers
- Amount recalled
- About 53,000 (In addition, 1,750 were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online, including Ace Hardware, Amazon, City Electric Supply, Costco, Do It Best, eBay, Essendant, Fastenal, Home Depot, Lowe's Stores, Menard's, Orgill, Power Equipment Direct, Ravitsky Bros., Tractor Supply, True Value and Walmart from February 2018 through February 2022 for between $450 and $650..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning if the unit is in a confined space.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received nine reports of the pressure washers self-starting and operating without being connected to a water supply. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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