Cummins Power Generation Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled May 25, 2010 · CPSC recall 10739 · Cummins Power Generation

Hazard

Fuel can leak through the carburetor during normal usage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Cummins for a refund. All known users have been contacted by the firm.

Units

About 550

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received 25 reports of fuel leakage. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Description

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

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.

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

Product

Portable Generators

Manufacturer(s)

Loncin Industries Ltd., of China

Imported by

Cummins Power Generation, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Retailers

Authorized dealers nationwide from June 2009 through February 2010 for between $700 and $1,100.

Made in

China

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