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

Last updated: 2015-01-19 · Source: GearVerify Atlas

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

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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

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Recall data

BrandChampion Power Equipment, of Santa Fe Springs, Calif.
ProductPortable generators
Deaths ReportedNone reported
Primary Hazardfire
RemedyRefund; Repair
Categoryconsumer
Recall DateNov 1, 2012
Record IDCPSC-13026
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Sourcecpsc.gov
Last Updated2015-01-19
Published2012-11-01
Record IDCPSC-13026

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