Generac Recalls Portable Generators Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 23-288 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- September 14, 2023
- Brand
- Generac
- Category
- Tools, lawn and garden
- Products
- Generac Portable Generators
- Hazard
- Serious Fire and Burn Hazards
- Hazard type
- Fire and burnCrashes and loss of control
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 64,000
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- September 14, 2023
What was recalled
This recall involves Generac Portable Generators type GP15000E, with model numbers G0057341, G0057342, 005734R1, and 005734R2, and type GP17500E, with model numbers G0057351, G0057352, 005735R1, and 005735R2. "Generac" and the unit type are printed on both sides of the tank and on the control panel of the generators. The model number is printed on a label on the heat shield between the engine and alternator of the generator. Consumers can also visit https://www.generac.com/about-us/product-recall-notifications/GP15000-GP17500-recall to see if their specific unit type and model number are included in this recall. Unit type and model numbers include: Unit Type Model Numbers GP15000E G0057341 G0057342 005734R1 005734R2 GP17500E G0057351 G0057352 005735R1 005735R2
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Generac Portable Generators · About 64,000 units
Photos from the recall notice


Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and on various websites from April 2011 through June 2023 for between $3,300 and $3,650.; Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin.
Injuries or incidents reported
Generac has received reports of 27 incidents of the generators overheating and pressurizing or expelling fuel when opened, including three incidents resulting in severe burn injuries.
Consumer contact
Generac toll-free at 888-391-0503 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.generac.com/GPenhancements or www.generac.com and click on "Important Recall Information" at the top of the page for more information.
Recall history and context
Generac appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 83 recalls in the tools, lawn and garden category, 8 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Generac Portable Generators (About 64,000 units). This recall involves Generac Portable Generators type GP15000E, with model numbers G0057341, G0057342, 005734R1, and 005734R2, and type GP17500E, with model numbers G0057351, G0057352, 005735R1, and 005735R2.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Serious Fire and Burn Hazards.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Generac for a free repair kit.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on September 14, 2023. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.