Generac Power Systems Recalls Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Active Recall Announced April 28, 2022 CPSC #22127

Quick answer

Generac Power Systems Recalls Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard is CPSC recall #22127, announced on April 28, 2022. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers with model numbers DPW3100DEN, DPW3101DEN, DPW3102DEN, G0071320, G0071321, G0071430 and G0071431. The electric start pressure washers have an electric start/stop button for the unit's gasoline-powered engines, as well as a rechargeable battery used to power the button. The model and serial numbers are printed on a label located on the product's frame. Consumers can check specific unit type, model number and serial number location information at www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup. This recall involves only the following Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers: Recalled Pressure Washers Model Number Serial Number Range DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 DPW3100DEN 3003024185-3004600505 DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 DPW3101DEN 3003074891-3004603299 DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 DPW3102DEN 3006177112-3008763507 3125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3 G0071320 3002690991-3005933713 3125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3 G0071321 3003692980-3009910753 3125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3 G0071430 3002778837-3005933361 3125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3 G0071431 3006132052-3006132052 The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer unless they have removed the rechargeable battery, and contact generac to arrange to have an authorized dealer replace the start/stop switch on the pressure washer free of charge. the pressure washer can continue to be used with the battery removed but using the pull-start option to start the unit. generac is contacting known consumers directly to provide more details about the repair.. Affected brand: Generac Power Systems Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers with model numbers DPW3100DEN, DPW3101DEN, DPW3102DEN, G0071320, G0071321, G0071430 and G0071431. The electric start pressure washers have an electric start/stop button for the unit's gasoline-powered engines, as well as a rechargeable battery used to power the button. The model and serial numbers are printed on a label located on the product's frame. Consumers can check specific unit type, model number and serial number location information at www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup. This recall involves only the following Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers: Recalled Pressure Washers Model Number Serial Number Range DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 DPW3100DEN 3003024185-3004600505 DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 DPW3101DEN 3003074891-3004603299 DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 DPW3102DEN 3006177112-3008763507 3125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3 G0071320 3002690991-3005933713 3125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3 G0071321 3003692980-3009910753 3125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3 G0071430 3002778837-3005933361 3125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3 G0071431 3006132052-3006132052

Affected products

Electric Start Pressure Washers

Recalled brands

Generac Power Systems Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer unless they have removed the rechargeable battery, and contact Generac to arrange to have an authorized dealer replace the start/stop switch on the pressure washer free of charge. The pressure washer can continue to be used with the battery removed but using the pull-start option to start the unit. Generac is contacting known consumers directly to provide more details about the repair.

Recall date

April 28, 2022

Categories

Electric Start Pressure Washers

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #22127?

CPSC recall #22127 covers Generac Power Systems Recalls Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on April 28, 2022. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers with model numbers DPW3100DEN, DPW3101DEN, DPW3102DEN, G0071320, G0071321, G0071430 and G0071431. The electric start pressure washers have an electric start/stop button for the unit's gasoline-powered engines, as well as a rechargeable battery used to power the button. The model and serial numbers are printed on a label located on the product's frame. Consumers can check specific unit type, model number and serial number location information at www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup. This recall involves only the following Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers: Recalled Pressure Washers Model Number Serial Number Range DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 DPW3100DEN 3003024185-3004600505 DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 DPW3101DEN 3003074891-3004603299 DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 DPW3102DEN 3006177112-3008763507 3125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3 G0071320 3002690991-3005933713 3125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3 G0071321 3003692980-3009910753 3125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3 G0071430 3002778837-3005933361 3125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3 G0071431 3006132052-3006132052

What is the remedy for recall #22127?

The CPSC remedy for recall #22127 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer unless they have removed the rechargeable battery, and contact generac to arrange to have an authorized dealer replace the start/stop switch on the pressure washer free of charge. the pressure washer can continue to be used with the battery removed but using the pull-start option to start the unit. generac is contacting known consumers directly to provide more details about the repair.. 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 Generac Power Systems Recalls Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard 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/2022/Generac-Power-Systems-Recalls-Generac-and-DR-Power-Electric-Start-Pressure-Washers-Due-to-Carbon-Monoxide-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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