Portable Generators Recalled by General Power Products Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4938.
This recall includes the General Power Products 6000 Watt portable generator and the Poulan Pro 6000 Watt portable generator with serial numbers 060400483 through 060600725. The serial number is stamped on the engine block which is located on the front of the engine below the generator's control panel. "General Power Products" and "6000 Generator" are printed on the side of the General Power Products generator. "Poulan Pro" and "6000 watts" are printed on the side of the Poulan Pro generator.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4938.
Consumers should immediately stop using the generators and, effective July 31, 2014, contact All Parts, which is now handling the recall, to determine if the generator's fuel valve is damaged and, if it is, to receive a free repair kit and instructions.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Hardware And Home Improvement Stores Primarily Located In Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Ohio And Texas From June 2008 Through September 2008 For Between $600 And $800. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4938.
For additional information, contact All Parts toll-free at (877) 475-5660.
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Hardware And Home Improvement Stores Primarily Located In Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Ohio And Texas From June 2008 Through September 2008 For Between $600 And $800. Recall FAQ
Hardware And Home Improvement Stores Primarily Located In Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Ohio And Texas From June 2008 Through September 2008 For Between $600 And $800. is the subject of a furniture recall: Portable Generators Recalled by General Power Products Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on October 14, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 13,000 units are potentially affected.