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Tools & Hardware/Generators & Engines

Westinghouse Portable Generators Recalled by MWE Investments Due to Fire Hazard

Agency Publication Date: December 7, 2017
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Summary

Approximately 4,500 Westinghouse iGen2500 and iPro2500 portable inverter generators are being recalled because they can overheat, which has led to four reports of the units catching on fire. The iGen2500 is bright blue and the iPro2500 is gray; both have "Westinghouse" and the model name printed in white lettering on the side and front. These generators were sold online at major retailers including Amazon, Home Depot, and Walmart between June 2017 and October 2017. Consumers should stop using these generators immediately and contact MWE Investments for a free repair.

Risk

The internal components of the generators can overheat during operation, posing a significant fire hazard. There have been four reports of these generators catching fire, though no injuries have been reported.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify your generator by checking the color and model name: look for a bright blue unit labeled 'iGen2500' or a gray unit labeled 'iPro2500' with 'Westinghouse' printed in white on the front and side.
  2. Verify the power specifications printed on the side of the unit, which should read '2200 Running Watts' and '2500 Peak Watts'.
  3. Stop using the recalled generator immediately and do not attempt to power any appliances or devices with it.
  4. Contact MWE Investments toll-free at 855-944-3571 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email info@wpowereq.com to arrange for a free repair.
  5. Visit www.westinghouseportablepower.com and click on 'Product Safety' at the top of the page for additional recall information.
  6. For further questions or to report a safety concern, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

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 855-944-3571 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@wpowereq.com , or online at www.westinghouseportablepower.com and click on “Product Safety” located at the top of the page.

Affected Products

Product: Westinghouse iGen2500 Portable Inverter Generator
Model:
iGen2500
Date Ranges: June 2017 through October 2017
Product: Westinghouse iPro2500 Portable Inverter Generator
Model:
iPro2500
Date Ranges: June 2017 through October 2017

Product Images

Recalled Westinghouse iGen2500 Portable Inverter Generator

Recalled Westinghouse iGen2500 Portable Inverter Generator

Recalled Westinghouse iPro2500 Portable Inverter Generator

Recalled Westinghouse iPro2500 Portable Inverter Generator

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 18055
Status: Active
Sold By: Online at Amazon.com, apelectricgenerators.com, Climate Right.com, Homedepot.com, Houzz.com, Menards.com, PowerEquipmentDirect.com, and Walmart.com from June 2017 through October 2017 for between $580 and $600.
Distributor: MWE Investments of Columbus, Ohio
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 4,500
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: MWE Investments of Columbus, Ohio
Contact: MWE Investments toll-free at 855-944-3571 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@wpowereq.com , or online at www.westinghouseportablepower.com and click on “Product Safety” located at the top of the page.
Agency Last Updated: December 7, 2017

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