CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2012-11-02

Portable Generators Recalled by Champion Power Equipment Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco

13026 · Recalled 2012-11-02 · CPSC page

Picture of recalled generator Model 41332
Picture of recalled generator Model 41332

Description

This recall involves two models of Champion Power Equipment portable generators. Both models have a black frame with black and yellow control panels, a bar handle and two wheels. Model number 41332 has an open frame. The words "Champion Power Equipment" are on the control panel and "8250 starting watts" and "6500 running watts" are on the side of the fuel tank. Model number 41532 has side panels that cover the long sides of the fuel tank. The words "Champion Power Equipment" are on the side panel above the control panel, and "9000 starting watts" and "7000 running watts" are on the control panel. The model number and serial number are located on the side of the generator with the handle, on a tag on the crossbar above the yellow generator end cap. Model Number Serial Number Ranges 41332 11NOV2600701 to 11NOV2601500 41532 11NOV1400151 to 11NOV1400360 11DEC0700001 to 11DEC0700720 11DEC1301077 to 11DEC1402602 11DEC2201801 to 11DEC2203600 11DEC2501531 to 11DEC2503330 11DEC2801073 to 11DEC2801325

Hazards

Fuel can leak from the generator's carburetor, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

There have been 11 reports of fuel leaking from the generators, including eight reports of the generators catching fire and two of property damage.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled generators immediately and contact Champion Power Equipment for a free repair kit to be installed by an authorized dealer. The consumer may also return the unit to Costco for a full refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
Portable generatorsAbout 8,600

Parties

Manufacturer
Champion Power Equipment
Made in
China
Sold at
Costco Wholesale from December 2011 through July 2012 for about $699.

Consumer contact

Champion Power Equipment; toll-free at (855) 236-9424, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, e-mail support@cpeauto.com, or online at www.championpowerequipment.com, then click on the red "Important Product Recall Notice" link for more information.

More images

Picture of recalled generator Model 41332
Picture of recalled generator Model 41332
Detail of recalled generator showing location of the model number and serial number
Detail of recalled generator showing location of the model number and serial number

Source: CPSC recall 13026. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.