Powermate Generators Recall to Repair by Pramac America Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Active Recall Announced November 13, 2012 CPSC #13036

Quick answer

Powermate Generators Recall to Repair by Pramac America Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot is CPSC recall #13036, announced on November 13, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled portable generators have "Powermate 5500" printed on the side of the black generator with wheels. These generators were sold under the model name Sx5500 and model number PM0125500. Both are printed on a plate on the rear of the generators with serial numbers of the recalled units ranging from K003xxxxxQ through K090xxxxxQ. The remedy is consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact pramac america to receive a free repair kit including a replacement filter, hose and hose clamps for fuel line.. Affected brands: Am Pride Chongqing Senci IMP & EXP Trade Co., Pramac America LLC.

Hazard

The recalled portable generators have "Powermate 5500" printed on the side of the black generator with wheels. These generators were sold under the model name Sx5500 and model number PM0125500. Both are printed on a plate on the rear of the generators with serial numbers of the recalled units ranging from K003xxxxxQ through K090xxxxxQ.

Affected products

Powermate Sx 5500 portable generators

Recalled brands

Am Pride Chongqing Senci IMP & EXP Trade Co., Pramac America LLC

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact Pramac America to receive a free repair kit including a replacement filter, hose and hose clamps for fuel line.

Recall date

November 13, 2012

Categories

Generators

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #13036?

CPSC recall #13036 covers Powermate Generators Recall to Repair by Pramac America Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on November 13, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled portable generators have "Powermate 5500" printed on the side of the black generator with wheels. These generators were sold under the model name Sx5500 and model number PM0125500. Both are printed on a plate on the rear of the generators with serial numbers of the recalled units ranging from K003xxxxxQ through K090xxxxxQ.

What is the remedy for recall #13036?

The CPSC remedy for recall #13036 is consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact pramac america to receive a free repair kit including a replacement filter, hose and hose clamps for fuel line.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Powermate Generators Recall to Repair by Pramac America Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Powermate-Generators-Recall-to-Repair-by-Pramac-America-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Home-Depot. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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