Generac® and DR® 6500 Watt and 8000-Watt portable generators

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

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

37

Incident reports to the firm

1

Injuries reported

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SaferProducts.gov reports

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

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair

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What to do

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.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerGenerac Power Systems, of Waukesha, Wisconsin

UnitsAbout 321,160 (In addition, 4,575 were sold in Canada) These por

Made inUnited States

Sold atMajor 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,

Sales periodJune 2013 – June 2021

Price$790 to $1,480

Category Power tools

How to reach the firm

Phone

844-242-3493

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday

Recall page

www.generac.com/handlespacer

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.