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Product recall · CPSCMay 25, 2010Serious
Cummins Power Generation Portable Generators
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Fuel can leak through the carburetor during normal usage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Cummins for a refund. All known users have been contacted by the firm.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Cummins at (800) 344-0039 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cumminsonan.com/portable
The product
This recall involves Cummins Onan Portable Generators. "Cummins Onan" and the model number are printed on the front of the generator. The serial number is printed on the generator's name plate. Only generators manufactured on or after June 2009 and before December 2009 are included in this recall. Model Numbers P5350 P5350c P5450e P5450ec P5550e Serial Numbers starting with F09 through L09
Details
- Units affected
- About 550
- Recall date
- May 25, 2010
- Brand
- Loncin Industries Ltd., of China, Cummins Power Generation, of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 25 reports of fuel leakage. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
P5350
Authorized dealers nationwide from June 2009 through February 2010 for between $700 and $1,100.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Cummins Power Generation Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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