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

Recall 06-569 · July 27, 2006 · Generac Power Systems

What to doConsumers who purchased power equipment with the recalled engine should stop using it immediately and contact the equipment manufacturer to schedule a free tank replacement.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
06-569 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 27, 2006
Brand
Generac Power Systems
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Generac GTH410 and GTH220 Engines with Plastic Fuel Tanks
Hazard
Risk of Fire
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Units
About 700
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
August 14, 2024

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

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  • Generac GTH410 and GTH220 Engines with Plastic Fuel Tanks · About 700 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Independent and national dealers sold the power equipment with the recalled engines from July 2001 through July 2005.; Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis..

Injuries or incidents reported

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.

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.

Recall history and context

Generac Power Systems appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all Generac Power Systems recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Generac GTH410 and GTH220 Engines with Plastic Fuel Tanks (About 700 units). 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.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Fire.

What should I do if I own one?

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.

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