CPSC recall · Reported May 14, 2026
Generac Power Systems Expands Recall of Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Carbon Monoxide Hazard; Includes Additional Models
The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to carbon monoxide poisoning, if the unit is i…
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin recalled This recall involves certain Generac brand electric start pressure washers with model num….
Generac Power Systems Expands Recall of Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Wash… was recalled by Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin in May 14, 2026. Reason: The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of seri…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer and contact Generac …. Verify recall #26494 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin issued this CPSC recall-The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of seri….
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- May 14, 2026
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #26494 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.
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Product description
This recall involves certain Generac brand electric start pressure washers with model number G0089111, G0088941, G0088951 and DR Power brand electric start pressure washer with model number DPW3109DEN. The pressure washers have an electric start/stop button for the unit's gasoline-powered engines, as well as a rechargeable battery used to power the button. Model and serial numbers are printed on a label located on the product's frame. Consumers can check specific unit type, model number and serial number location information at https://www.generac.com/support/product-info-user-manuals by clicking on "Pressure Washers" at the bottom of the page.
Reason for recall
The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to carbon monoxide poisoning, if the unit is in a confined space.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer and contact Generac to arrange for a free repair at your dealer's location. The pressure washer can still be used with the battery removed by using the pull-start option to start the unit.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 26494 |
| Date reported | May 14, 2026 |
| Date initiated | May 14, 2026 |
| Recalling firm | Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin |
| Affected scope | About 16,260 (Generac Power Systems previously recalled 53,000 units on April 28, 2022) (In addition, about 120 were sold in Canada) |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer and contact Generac to arrange for a free repair at your dea…
- Check the recall number (26494) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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