CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2019-05-02

FIRMAN Power Equipment Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco (Recall Alert)

19744 · Recalled 2019-05-02 · CPSC page

FIRMAN portable generator front right view
FIRMAN portable generator front right view

Description

This recall involves FIRMAN P03615 generators. The gas powered portable generators are yellow and black and are equipped with remote start up to 165 feet away. The model number P03615 and date code 10/2018, 11/2018 or 12/2018 are printed on the white nameplate on the generator's fuel tank. Serial numbers range from 4829200012 through 4833913602 and are printed on the white nameplate on the fuel tank.

Hazards

The generator's carbon canister can leak gas, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

The firm has received nine reports of gas leaks from the carbon canister. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or take the recalled generator to a FIRMAN service center for a free inspection and repair.

Products

NameModelUnits
FIRMAN P03615 generatorsAbout 19,000

Parties

Importer
FIRMAN Power Equipment of Peoria, Ariz.
Made in
China
Sold at
Costco Wholesale warehouse stores, online at Costco.com, Costco.ca

Consumer contact

FIRMAN Power Equipment toll-free at 844-459-8457 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at http://www.firmanpowerequipment.com and click on “Product Updates and Recalls” for more information.

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FIRMAN portable generator front left view
FIRMAN portable generator front left view
FIRMAN portable generator front top view
FIRMAN portable generator front top view

Source: CPSC recall 19744. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.