Dual Fuel Portable Generators
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
MWE Investments is recalling two models of Westinghouse dual fuel portable generators manufactured between October and December 2019 due to a fuel leak hazard that can cause fires and burns. The recalled models are the WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generator (bright blue and black metal exterior, approximately 23.3 by 20 by 19.29 inches, weighing about 129 pounds) and the iGen4500DF Dual Fuel Inverter Portable Generator (bright blue plastic cover, approximately 29.7 by 19.7 by 22 inches, weighing about 105 pounds). Consumers can identify affected units by checking the serial numbers on the back panel, which begin with 04511A1019, 04511A1219, or 5311A1219.
According to the recall notice, consumers who own affected generators should immediately stop using them and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The recalled portable generators can leak fuel, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.
This recall involves Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generators and Westinghouse iGen4500DF Dual Fuel Inverter Portable Generators with manufacture dates from October 2019 through December 2019. The dual fuel generators can run on gasoline or propane. The WGen5300DFv has a bright blue and black metal exterior and has "Westinghouse" and "WGen5300DFv" printed in white lettering on the control panel on the side of the generator. The generator has a fold down handle and wheels for portability. The generator measures about 23.3 inches long by 20 inches wide inches by 19.29 inches tall without its wheel kit. It weighs about 129 pounds. The iGen4500DF has a bright blue plastic cover and has "Westinghouse iGen4500DF" printed in white lettering on both side panels. The generator measures about 29.7 inches long by 19.7 wide inches by 22 inches tall. It weighs about 105 pounds. Affected units will have one of the following serial numbers, which can be found on the unit's back panel (the "x" fields are specific to individual units): 04511A1019xxxxxxxxx 04511A1219xxxxxxxxx 5311A1219xxxxxxxxx
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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