CPSC, DeVilbiss Air Power Co. Announce Recall of Porter-Cable Portable Generators

Recalled December 14, 2001 · CPSC recall 02067 · DeVilbiss Air Power

Recalled Porter-Cable portable generator

Hazard

A small hole in the generator's fuel tank, where it mounts to the frame, can leak fuel and pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these generators immediately and contact DeVilbiss Air Power Co., to arrange for a free tank replacement.

Units

About 600

Incidents / injuries

DeVilbiss has received 10 reports of leaking fuel tanks, though no injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled gasoline-powered generators have the model number BSI550-W printed on the fuel tank between the handles. These generators also have the date code "09-10-01" printed on a bar code label on the gasoline tank support rail. The generators are red with a black fuel tank and have the brand "Porter-Cable" printed on the fuel tank. Generators produced on dates other than "09-10-01" are not included in this recall.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these generators immediately and contact DeVilbiss Air Power Co., to arrange for a free tank replacement.

Contact

Consumers may contact DeVilbiss Air Power Co. toll-free at (800) 888-2468 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. For more information consumers can visit the company's website at www.devap.com

Product

Porter-Cable portable generators

Manufacturer(s)

DeVilbiss Air Power Co., of Jackson, Tenn.

Retailers

Major home centers nationwide sold these generators, from September 2001 through October 2001, for approximately $600.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →