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Tools & Hardware/Generators & Engines

MWE Investments Recalls Westinghouse Portable Generators Due to Fire Hazard

Agency Publication Date: September 16, 2020
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Summary

MWE Investments is recalling about 7,500 Westinghouse dual fuel portable generators because the fuel valve can leak, creating a fire and burn hazard. The recall includes the WGen5300DFv model with a blue and black metal frame and the iGen4500DF inverter model with a blue plastic cover, both manufactured between October and December 2019. There have been 26 reports of fuel leaking from these units, though no fires or injuries have been reported yet. Consumers should immediately stop using these generators and contact MWE Investments for a free repair.

Risk

The generators' fuel valves can leak gasoline or propane, which significantly increases the risk of a fire or burn injury if the leaking fuel ignites during operation or storage. While 26 leakage incidents have been reported, no fires or injuries have occurred to date.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your generator's back panel for the serial number to see if it matches these affected sequences: 04511A1019xxxxxxxxx, 04511A1219xxxxxxxxx, or 5311A1219xxxxxxxxx.
  2. Identify the model by looking at the control or side panels for 'Westinghouse WGen5300DFv' or 'Westinghouse iGen4500DF'.
  3. Immediately stop using the recalled generators if they match the affected serial numbers and manufacture dates (October 2019 through December 2019).
  4. Contact MWE Investments toll-free at 855-944-4796 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@wpowereq.com, or visit www.westinghouseoutdoorpower.com and click on 'Product Safety' to arrange for a free repair.
  5. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this safety recall.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.

Contact: MWE Investments toll-free at 855-944-4796 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@wpowereq.com, or online at www.westinghouseoutdoorpower.com and click on “Product Safety” located at the top of the page.

Affected Products

Product: Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generator
Model:
WGen5300DFv
5311A1219xxxxxxxxx
Date Ranges: Sold from January 2020 through May 2020
Product: Westinghouse iGen4500DF Dual Fuel Inverter Portable Generator
Model:
iGen4500DF
04511A1019xxxxxxxxx
04511A1219xxxxxxxxx
Date Ranges: Sold from January 2020 through May 2020

Product Images

Recalled Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generator

Recalled Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generator

Recalled Westinghouse iGen4500DF Dual Fuel Portable Generator

Recalled Westinghouse iGen4500DF Dual Fuel Portable Generator

Location and format of serial number on recalled Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generator

Location and format of serial number on recalled Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generator

Location and format of serial number on recalled Westinghouse iGen4500DF Dual Fuel Portable Generator

Location and format of serial number on recalled Westinghouse iGen4500DF Dual Fuel Portable Generator

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 20185
Status: Active
Sold By: The WGen500DFv was sold at Sam's Club nationwide and online at SamsClub.com. The iGen4500DF was sold online at amazon.com, homedepot.com, lowes.com, electricgeneratorsdirect.com, powerequipmentdirect.com, norwall.com, and other online locations. The generators were sold from January 2020 through May 2020 for between $450 and $1,050, depending on the model.
Manufactured In: China, Vietnam
Units Affected: About 7,500
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: MWE Investments, of Columbus, Ohio
Contact: MWE Investments toll-free at 855-944-4796 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@wpowereq.com, or online at www.westinghouseoutdoorpower.com and click on “Product Safety” located at the top of the page.
Agency Last Updated: September 16, 2020

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