Valsi Corporation · Recalled
Valsi Corporation Recall of Generators with Plastic Fuel Tanks For Fire Hazard
The fuel tanks can crack and leak fuel, posing a risk of fires and burn injuries.
- Units
- About 900
- Reports
- 67
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $400–$900
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The Valsi "G" model G38MG0750RV, G42MG0750RV, G55MG0900RV, and G65MG1100RV are portable generators with black plastic fuel tank, full lifting frame, and side control panel. The recalled generators are black with blue label and have "Valsi Generator" printed on the label.
The file
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart stores in Florida Gulf coast region; Highway Equipment and Supply, Orlando, FL; and Florida Department of Transportation, Orlando, FL sold these generators from September 2004 through August 2005 for between $400 and $900.
- Product type
- Generators
- Made in
- Mexico
- Recalled by
- Corporativo Valsi S.A de C.V, Guadalajara, Mexico, Valsi Power Equipment Inc., of San Diego, Calif.
Incident log
There have been 67 reports of fuel tank leaks. There have been no reported injuries.
What the notice says to do
Valsi is directly notifying those consumers who purchased affected generators. Consumers should stop using their generators immediately and contact a Valsi dealer or Valsi customer service to make arrangements to have a replacement gas tank installed at no cost to the consumer.
For more information, call the firm at (866) 260-4843 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email them at export@valsi.com.mx
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAR 22 2006; last revised AUG 06 2024.
