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FNA Group Recalls Simpson Pressure Washers Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's

Recalled December 28, 2023 · CPSC recall 24070 · FNA

Recalled Simpson pressure washer (Model PS61264)Recalled Simpson pressure washer (Model PS61264)Recalled Simpson pressure washer Model PS61264 - front viewRecalled Simpson pressure washer Model PS61264 - top view
Hazard
The lithium battery in the electric start system can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 2,930
Incidents / injuries
FNA has received two reports of batteries in the pressure washer's electric start feature overheating and damaging the units. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Simpson Gas Pressure Washers with model number PS61264. The pressure washers are black in color. The Simpson logo, "Pro Series" and 4400 PSI are printed on the handle of the unit. The model number is printed on a silver label on the unit's frame.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas pressure washer and contact FNA Group Inc. for instructions on how to have their unit repaired free of charge at an authorized repair facility. The repair will replace the lithium battery in the electric start system with a sealed lead acid battery.

Contact

FNA Group Inc. toll-free at 866-733-8468 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected] or online at https://simpsoncleaning.com/voluntaryrecall or www.simpsoncleaning.com and click on the "Voluntary Recall" tab for more information.

Product
Simpson Gas Pressure Washers with Electric Start
Manufacturer(s)
FNA Group Inc., of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Retailers
Lowe's stores nationwide and at lowes.com from March 2023 through July 2023 for about $1,100.
Made in
United States

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