More than 60,000 portable generators recalled after ‘severe burn injuries’

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More than 60,000 portable generators recalled after ‘severe burn injuries’
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The Generac generators were sold at major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and on various websites from April 2011 through June 2023 for between $3,300 and $3,650.

has recalled 64,000 portable generators after reports they overheated and pressured or expelled fuel when opened.The generators were sold at major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and on various websites from April 2011 through June 2023 for between $3,300 and $3,650.Unit GP17500E with model numbers G0057351, G0057352, 005735R1 and 005735R2

“The recalled generators’ fuel tank can fail to vent adequately from the rollover valve, causing the gas tank to build up excess pressure and expel fuel when opened, posing fire and burn hazards.”For more information, call Generac at 888-391-0503, between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.

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