Severity
Moderate
CPSC recall · Reported July 27, 2006
The plastic fuel tanks can leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis. recalled The following industrial power equipment products, manufactured by the original equipment… - a moderate-severity action.
Generac Power Systems Inc. Recalls Engines to Replace Fuel Tanks Due to Risk of Fire was recalled by Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis. in July 27, 2006. Reason: The plastic fuel tanks can leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.. Remedy: Consumers who purchased power equipment with the recalled engine should stop using it imm…. Verify recall #06569 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The plastic fuel tanks can leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur..
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06569 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This CPSC action (record #06569) was formally reported on July 27, 2006. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 700.
The documented reason for this recall is: The plastic fuel tanks can leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers who purchased power equipment with the recalled engine should stop using it immediately and contact the equipment manufacturer to schedule a free tank replacement. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
About 700
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
The following industrial power equipment products, manufactured by the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) listed below, are included in this recall: Power Equipment Type OEM/Equipment Seller Pressure Washer Cleaning Systems Specialists, Inc. Phone: (619) 448-8111 Air Compressors Ingersoll-Rand Phone: (800) 820-0308 Pressure Washers Silver Eagle Phone: (936) 264-2215 Saw Mill Wood Mizer Phone: (317) 808-0717 The recalled Generac GTH410 and GTH220 engines were manufactured from July 2001 to July 2005. GTH410 Engines model numbers with defective fuel tanks are: 0041930EHF; 0043290EHF; 0043291; 0045050EHF; 0045281; 0045283; 0046100EHF; 0046150EHF; 0046910EHF; 0046911. GTH220 Engines model numbers with defective fuel tanks are: 0040990EHC; 0043930EHC; 0045300EHC; 0046090EHC; 0046370EHC; 0046380EHC; 0046390EHC; 0046820EHC; 0047640EHC; 0048820; 0050650; 0051170. The engine model number is located on the side of the motor and contained on a small sticker above the Generac nameplate. The top number on the small sticker is the model number (e.g., 220 or 410). The larger Generac nameplate contains the Engine Identification Number and Serial Number.
The plastic fuel tanks can leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.
Consumers who purchased power equipment with the recalled engine should stop using it immediately and contact the equipment manufacturer to schedule a free tank replacement.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06569 |
| Date reported | July 27, 2006 |
| Date initiated | July 27, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis. |
| Affected scope | About 700 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers who purchased power equipment with the recalled engine should stop using it immediately and contact the equipment manuf…
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