Generac Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn and Fire Hazards
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 26-407 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- April 16, 2026
- Brand
- Generac Power Systems
- Category
- Tools, lawn and garden
- Products
- Generac Portable Generators
- Hazard
- Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn and Fire Hazards
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 149,400 (In addition, about 260 were sold in Canada)
- Made in
- Vietnam
- Last updated by CPSC
- April 17, 2026
What was recalled
This recall involves certain Generac Portable Generators which have an orange/black cover and are encased in a steel-tube cradle. It comes with two wheels on the back for easy transportation. “Generac” and the “unit type” are located on the side panel of the generators. The model and serial number are printed on a label attached to the side of the unit. Consumers will need to have their model and serial number available prior to logging on to https://www.generac.com/about/recalls/GP-Carburetor to determine if their generator is included in the recall. Recalled unit types and model numbers are listed below, within limited serial range. Unit Types Model Numbers GP3600 G0077210 GP4000DF G0081550 GP6500 G0076802, G0076722 GP6500E G0077130 GP6500EDF G0081530 GP6700EDF G0080620 GP8000E G0077150, G0076754, G0081540 GP9200E G0079712 GP9500ETF G0080630
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Generac Portable Generators · About 149,400 (In addition, about 260 were sold in Canada) units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Home Depot, Lowe's and other home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online from May 2025 through February 2026 for between $600 and $1,300..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received 114 reports of generator fuel leaks. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
Generac toll-free at 800-396-9951 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at https://www.generac.com/about/recalls/GP-Carburetor or www.generac.com and click on "Important Recall Information" for more information.
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 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 149,400 (In addition, about 260 were sold in Canada) units). This recall involves certain Generac Portable Generators which have an orange/black cover and are encased in a steel-tube cradle.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn and Fire Hazards.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Generac portable generator and go to https://www.generac.com/about/recalls/GP-Carburetor to check to see if your model and serial number are included in this recall. If your unit is included in the recall and has either not yet been filled with fuel or exhibited leakage after fueling as described above, please contact your dealer to arrange for free repair at the…
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 17, 2026. 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.