Northern Tool + Equipment Recalls Hot Water Pressure Washers Due to Fire Hazard
USNorthern Tool + Equipment Recalls Hot Water Pressure Washers Due to Fire Hazard
Recalling Firm: Northern Tool + Equipment Manufacturing, of Faribault, Minnesota
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe fan wheel on the recalled pressure washers can fail, causing abnormal burner operation that can produce smoke and/or bursts of flames during use, posing a fire hazard.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves three models of NorthStar pressure washers: NorthStar Gas Wet Steam and Hot Water Pressure Washers with item number 157310, NorthStar Gas Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washers with item number 157594, and NorthStar Trailer-Mounted Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washers with item number 157595. The item number and the serial number are printed on a label located on the engine. Only pressure washers with a MONTHYEAR code in the product serial number between 0125 (January 2025) and 0825 (August 2025), and a WEEKYEAR burner date code between 0125 and 2625 (weeks 01 to 26 of 2025) are included in this recall. The burner date code is printed on a separate label. The location varies per product. Product Name Item Number Item Number and Serial Number location Burner Date Code location NorthStar Gas Wet Steam and Hot Water Pressure Washer 157310 Label on engine Label under battery box NorthStar Gas Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer 157594 Label on engine Label under ball valve assembly NorthStar Trailer-Mounted Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer 157595 Label on engine Label under NorthStar logo
Productos Afectados
TranslatedNorthStar Hot Water Pressure Washers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Northern-Tool-Equipment-Recalls-Hot-Water-Pressure-Washers-Due-to-Fire-Hazard |
| Title | Northern Tool + Equipment Recalls Hot Water Pressure Washers Due to Fire Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/NorthStar-1.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | NorthStar Gas Wet Steam and Hot Water Pressure Washer (Item #157310) |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/NorthStar-2.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | NorthStar Gas Wet Steam and Hot Water Pressure Washer (Item #157310) - Serial number location on engine and burner date code location under battery box |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/NorthStar-3.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | NorthStar Gas Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer Skid (Item # 157594) |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/NorthStar-4.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | NorthStar Gas Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer Skid (Item # 157594) - Serial number location on engine and burner date code location under ball valve assembly |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/NorthStar-5.png |
| Images › 5 › Caption | NorthStar Trailer-Mounted Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer (Item #157595) |
| Images › 6 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/NorthStar-6.png |
| Images › 6 › Caption | NorthStar Trailer-Mounted Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer (Item #157595) - Serial number location on engine and burner date code location under NorthStar logo |
| Hazards › Name | The fan wheel on the recalled pressure washers can fail, causing abnormal burner operation that can produce smoke and/or bursts of flames during use, posing a fire hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | NorthStar Hot Water Pressure Washers |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,416 |
| Recall I D | 10583 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washers and contact Northern Tool + Equipment to request a free repair by an authorized technician at a Northern Tool + Equipment service center or a Northern Tool + Equipment authorized third-party servicer. Consumers should visit https://www.northerntool.com/recall-details-pw to schedule the repair. |
| Retailers › Name | Northern Tool + Equipment stores nationwide and online at NorthernTool.com, Amazon.com, Ebay.com, and GNEDI.com from January 2025 through August 2025 for between $5,000 and $10,000. |
| Recall Date | 2026-01-29T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves three models of NorthStar pressure washers: NorthStar Gas Wet Steam and Hot Water Pressure Washers with item number 157310, NorthStar Gas Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washers with item number 157594, and NorthStar Trailer-Mounted Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washers with item number 157595. The item number and the serial number are printed on a label located on the engine. Only pressure washers with a MONTHYEAR code in the product serial number between 0125 (January 2025) and 0825 (August 2025), and a WEEKYEAR burner date code between 0125 and 2625 (weeks 01 to 26 of 2025) are included in this recall. The burner date code is printed on a separate label. The location varies per product. Product Name Item Number Item Number and Serial Number location Burner Date Code location NorthStar Gas Wet Steam and Hot Water Pressure Washer 157310 Label on engine Label under battery box NorthStar Gas Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer 157594 Label on engine Label under ball valve assembly NorthStar Trailer-Mounted Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer 157595 Label on engine Label under NorthStar logo |
| Recall Number | 26224 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Northern Tool + Equipment Manufacturing, of Faribault, Minnesota |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Northern Tool + Equipment toll-free at 888-518-0342 from 8a.m. to 5p.m. CT Monday through Friday, by email at inquiry@northerntool.com, or online at www.northerntool.com/recall-details-pw or www.northerntool.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-01-29T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Northern Tool + Equipment Recalls Hot Water Pressure Washers Due to Fire Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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