Generac Power Systems Recalls Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Carbon Monoxide 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:
| DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100
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DPW3100DEN
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3003024185-3004600505
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| DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100
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DPW3101DEN
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3003074891-3004603299
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| DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100 | DPW3102DEN
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3006177112-3008763507
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| 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 |
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.
Generac Power Systems toll-free at 855-625-2933 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.generac.com and click on “Important Recall Information” located at the bottom of the page or go to http://www.generac.com/estartpressurewasher for more information.
The firm has received nine reports of the pressure washers self-starting and operating without being connected to a water supply. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online, including Ace Hardware, Amazon, City Electric Supply, Costco, Do It Best, eBay, Essendant, Fastenal, Home Depot, Lowe’s Stores, Menard’s, Orgill, Power Equipment Direct, Ravitsky Bros., Tractor Supply, True Value and Walmart from February 2018 through February 2022 for between $450 and $650.
Recalled Generac Electric Start Pressure Washers label location
