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Generac recalls around 64,000 portable generators amid hurricane season

Generac Power Systems has issued a recall for around 64,000 portable generators due to reports of overheating, which has resulted in severe burn injuries. The fuel tanks of the recalled generators have a venting issue, leading to excess pressure buildup and fuel expulsion when opened.
The recall comes during hurricane season, when many people rely on generators after storms. Tens of thousands of people are currently without power due to the effects of hurricane Lee and hurricane Idalia, highlighting the importance of functioning generators. The recalled generators were sold from April 2011 through June 2023 for prices ranging from $3,300 to $3,650.
Generac is offering a free repair kit for the recalled generators, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) has declared the recall. The faulty generators were sold at Major Home Improvement and hardware stores nationwide, as well as through various websites. It is advised to immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Generac for the repair kit.

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Global News

Portable generator recalled due to ‘fire and burn hazard’ - National

In a recall notice issued Thursday, Health Canada advised consumers to stop using specific models of two Generac portable generators and contact the company for a free repair kit.

3 months ago·Toronto, Canada

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CNN

Generac recalls around 64,000 portable generators amid hurricane season

Amid this year’s damaging hurricane season, with generators in demand, Generac Power Systems has recalled about 64,000 of its portable generators after more than two dozen reports of overheating, some of which resulted in severe burns, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a statement.

3 months ago·Atlanta, United States

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npr

Generac is recalling around 64,000 generators that pose a fire and burn hazard

At least three incidents involving the recalled generators left people with severe burns. Generac is offering a free repair kit to consumers.(Image credit: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)

3 months ago·Washington, United States

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Generac recalls around 64,000 portable generators amid hurricane season

The company received more than two dozen reports, "of the generators overheating and pressurizing or expelling fuel when opened."

3 months ago·Sacramento, United States

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WPLG

Check your hurricane supplies: Portable generators sold at local stores recalled

As you make sure you have all of your hurricane supplies ready, there’s an important generator recall to keep an eye out for Monday.Generac power systems recalled 64,000 portable generators in the United States, after more than two dozen people reported overheating of their units, causing a burn hazard, according to a media release from the company.This recall involves Generac Portable Generators type GP15000E, with model numbers G0057341, G0057…

3 months ago·Miami, United States

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