Powermate Generators Recall to Repair by Pramac America Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #: 13036
Affected scope: About 7700

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Am Pride Chongqing Senci Imp & Exp Trade Co., of China recalled The recalled portable generators have "Powermate 5500" printed on the side of the black g….

Powermate Generators Recall to Repair by Pramac America Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusiv… was recalled by Am Pride Chongqing Senci Imp & Exp Trade Co., of China in November 13, 2012. Reason: The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact Pramac America…. Verify recall #13036 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Am Pride Chongqing Senci Imp & Exp Trade Co., of China issued this CPSC recall-The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard..

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agency class: November 13, 2012
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13036 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above 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.

Product description

The recalled portable generators have "Powermate 5500" printed on the side of the black generator with wheels. These generators were sold under the model name Sx5500 and model number PM0125500. Both are printed on a plate on the rear of the generators with serial numbers of the recalled units ranging from K003xxxxxQ through K090xxxxxQ.

Reason for recall

The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact Pramac America to receive a free repair kit including a replacement filter, hose and hose clamps for fuel line.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	13036
Date reported	November 13, 2012
Date initiated	November 13, 2012
Recalling firm	Am Pride Chongqing Senci Imp & Exp Trade Co., of China
Affected scope	About 7700
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 should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact Pramac America to receive a free repair kit including …

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact Pramac America to receive a free repair kit including a replacement filter, hose and hose clamps for fuel line.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 13, 2012. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 13036.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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