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Westinghouse Portable Generators Recalled by MWE Investments Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: December 7, 2017 Initiated: December 7, 2017 #18055

Product Description

This recall involves Westinghouse iGen2500 and iPro2500 portable inverter generators used to power appliances, cell phones or other electronic devices. The iGen2500 has a bright blue plastic cover and has "Westinghouse iGen2500" printed in white lettering on the side and on the front of the generator. The Westinghouse iPro2500 has a plastic gray cover. "Westinghouse iPro2500" is printed in white lettering on the side and front of the generator. The number of watts is also printed on the side. It reads 2200 Running Watts and 2500 Peak Watts. The generators measure about 20 inches long by 18 wide inches by 11 inches tall. They weigh about 49 pounds.

Reason for Recall

The portable generators can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 4,500
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Westinghouse-Portable-Generators-Recalled-by-MWE-Investments-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Westinghouse iGen2500 and iPro2500 portable inverter generators used to power appliances, cell phones or other electronic devices. The iGen2500 has a bright blue plastic cover and has "Westinghouse iGen2500" printed in white lettering on the side and on the front of the generator. The Westinghouse iPro2500 has a plastic gray cover. "Westinghouse iPro2500" is printed in white lettering on the side and front of the generator. The number of watts is also printed on the side. It reads 2200 Running Watts and 2500 Peak Watts. The generators measure about 20 inches long by 18 wide inches by 11 inches tall. They weigh about 49 pounds.. Recalled by MWE Investments of Columbus, Ohio. Units affected: About 4,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The portable generators can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 7, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18055.

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