Product Recall Alert

Generac Portable Generators Recalled after Finger Amputation and Crushing Injury Reported

An unlocked handle can pinch consumers’ fingers against the generator frame when the generator is moved, posing finger amputation and crushing hazards

View The Official CPSC Recall Notice

Description

Note: These portable generators were previously recalled in July 2021

This recall involves 6500-watt and 8000-watt Generac portable generators with unit type numbers XT8000E XT8000EFI, GP6500, GP6500E, GP8000E and HomeLink 6500E portable generators, and DR models PRO 6500M and PRO 6500E portable generators. This recall also involves all of these generators listed above purchased after July 29, 2021 through November 3, 2022, containing a repair kit which included full cover handle guards.

The generators have gasoline-powered engines that are used to generate electricity for use as backup power. The portable generators have two-wheels and a single, U-shaped, two-grip, flip-up pin-lock handle to help move the generator. Only the following generators are included in this recall.

The unit type is identified on the front of the product. The model and serial numbers are printed on a label on the product. Consumers can also check specific unit type, model number, and serial number location information at www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup.

Unit Type Model Number First Serial Number Last Serial Number
XT8000E G0064330
G0064331 3000037849 3005569372
G0064340
G0064342
XT8000EFI G0071620
G0071621 3003336356 3006597843
G0071621R
GP6500 G0076720
G0076800
G0076800R
G0076812
G0076830
G0076830R
G0076902
G0076902R
G0076903
GP6500E G0076820
G0076820R
G0076822
GP8000E G0076731
G0076751
G0076751R
G0076761
G0076761R
G0076861
G0076861R
PRO 6500M GP16505DMN
GP16505DMNR
PRO 6500E GP16505DEN
HomeLink 6500E G0068650
G0068651
G0079960

Incidents/Injuries

The firm has received a total of 37 reports of injuries, 24 resulting in finger amputations and five in finger crushing.

Recalled XT8000E Generator

Name of Product: Generac® and DR® 6500 Watt and 8000 Watt portable generators

Recall Date: November 10, 2022

Recall Number: 23-040

Hazard: An unlocked handle can pinch consumers’ fingers against the generator frame when the generator is moved, posing finger amputation and crushing hazards.

Sold At: Major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online, including Ace Hardware, Amazon, Blain’s Farm & Fleet, City Electric Supply, Costco, Do it Best, Fastenal, Home Depot, Lowe’s Stores, Napa Auto Parts, Northern Tool & Equipment, Orgill, Power Equipment Direct, Ravitsky Bros., True Value, and W.W. Grainger from June 2013 through June 2021 for between $790 and $1,480.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable generators, unless the locking pin has been inserted to secure the handle in place before and after moving the generator, and contact Generac for a free repair kit consisting of a set of spacers to move the handle away from the frame, eliminating the pinch point. Customers who had responded to the original recall will automatically be sent a new kit.

Units: About 321,160 (In addition, 4,575 were sold in Canada)

Consumer Directions and Contact

What Do I Do if My Product is Recalled?

Generac toll-free at 844-242-3493 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.generac.com/handlespacer or www.generac.com and click on Important Safety Information for more information.

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