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Generac Power Systems Inc. Recalls Engines to Replace Fuel Tanks Due to Risk of Fire

Name: Generac Power Systems Inc. Recalls Engines to Replace Fuel Tanks Due to Risk of Fire
Brand: Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis.
SKU: CPSC-06569
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: July 27, 2006Recall ID: 06569Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The plastic fuel tanks can leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.

Product Description & Identification

The following industrial power equipment products, manufactured by the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) listed below, are included in this recall: Power Equipment Type OEM/Equipment Seller Pressure Washer Cleaning Systems Specialists, Inc. Phone: (619) 448-8111 Air Compressors Ingersoll-Rand Phone: (800) 820-0308 Pressure Washers Silver Eagle Phone: (936) 264-2215 Saw Mill Wood Mizer Phone: (317) 808-0717 The recalled Generac GTH410 and GTH220 engines were manufactured from July 2001 to July 2005. GTH410 Engines model numbers with defective fuel tanks are: 0041930EHF; 0043290EHF; 0043291; 0045050EHF; 0045281; 0045283; 0046100EHF; 0046150EHF; 0046910EHF; 0046911. GTH220 Engines model numbers with defective fuel tanks are: 0040990EHC; 0043930EHC; 0045300EHC; 0046090EHC; 0046370EHC; 0046380EHC; 0046390EHC; 0046820EHC; 0047640EHC; 0048820; 0050650; 0051170. The engine model number is located on the side of the motor and contained on a small sticker above the Generac nameplate. The top number on the small sticker is the model number (e.g., 220 or 410). The larger Generac nameplate contains the Engine Identification Number and Serial Number.

Affected Products

Generac GTH410 and GTH220 Engines with Plastic Fuel Tanks

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Generac-Power-Systems-Inc-Recalls-Engines-to-Replace-Fuel-Tanks-Due-to-Risk-of-Fire
Title	Generac Power Systems Inc. Recalls Engines to Replace Fuel Tanks Due to Risk of Fire
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/31e8ef1ba5774d8384ee4b315e528860.jpg
Images › 1 › Caption	Recalled Generac Power Engine
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/1210641b5168428cb09ebe252f690bf9.jpg
Images › 2 › Caption	Recalled Generac Power Engine
Hazards › Name	The plastic fuel tanks can leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.
Injuries › Name	Generac Power Systems Inc. has received 33 reports of fuel tank leaks with these engines. Generac has not received any reports of injuries or property damage.
Products › Name	Generac GTH410 and GTH220 Engines with Plastic Fuel Tanks
Products › Type	Engines
Products › Category I D	1929
Products › Number Of Units	About 700
Recall I D	3438
Remedies › Name	Consumers who purchased power equipment with the recalled engine should stop using it immediately and contact the equipment manufacturer to schedule a free tank replacement.
Retailers › Name	Independent and national dealers sold the power equipment with the recalled engines from July 2001 through July 2005.
Recall Date	2006-07-27T00:00:00
Description	The following industrial power equipment products, manufactured by the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) listed below, are included in this recall: Power Equipment Type OEM/Equipment Seller Pressure Washer Cleaning Systems Specialists, Inc. Phone: (619) 448-8111 Air Compressors Ingersoll-Rand Phone: (800) 820-0308 Pressure Washers Silver Eagle Phone: (936) 264-2215 Saw Mill Wood Mizer Phone: (317) 808-0717 The recalled Generac GTH410 and GTH220 engines were manufactured from July 2001 to July 2005. GTH410 Engines model numbers with defective fuel tanks are: 0041930EHF; 0043290EHF; 0043291; 0045050EHF; 0045281; 0045283; 0046100EHF; 0046150EHF; 0046910EHF; 0046911. GTH220 Engines model numbers with defective fuel tanks are: 0040990EHC; 0043930EHC; 0045300EHC; 0046090EHC; 0046370EHC; 0046380EHC; 0046390EHC; 0046820EHC; 0047640EHC; 0048820; 0050650; 0051170. The engine model number is located on the side of the motor and contained on a small sticker above the Generac nameplate. The top number on the small sticker is the model number (e.g., 220 or 410). The larger Generac nameplate contains the Engine Identification Number and Serial Number.
Recall Number	06569
Manufacturers › Name	Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis.
Consumer Contact	Call Generac Power Systems at (800) 320-1143 anytime, or log on to Generac's Web site at www.generac.com Consumers can also contact the OEM/Equipment Seller directly at the phone numbers listed above.
Last Publish Date	2024-08-14T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	United States

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Recalling FirmGenerac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis.

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