Big Muddy Motor Sports Recalls Generators Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled June 25, 2009 · CPSC recall 09257 · Big Muddy Motor Sports
Hazard
The 220-volt receptacle can fail to produce power correctly and cause power surges that can damage appliances. This poses a risk of fire and possible injury to consumers.
Remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled generator and return it to any Buchheit store for an exchange or full refund.
Units
About 450
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received five reports of power surges resulting in damage to appliances. No injuries have been reported.
Description
The recalled PowerPlus Generators are red with a black frame. The model number (BM7200 Power+) is printed on the side of the unit. Recalled units have a date of manufacture of 02/2009 labeled on the fuel tank.
What to do
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled generator and return it to any Buchheit store for an exchange or full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Big Muddy Motor Sports at (800) 678-3607 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.buchheitonline.com or www.bigmuddymotorsports.com
Product
PowerPlus Generators
Imported by
Big Muddy Sports, of Perryville, Mo.
Retailers
Buchheit retail stores in Illinois and Missouri during May 2009 for about $700.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →