DEWALT · Recalled
DEWALT Recalls Portable Generators Due to Electric Shock Hazard
A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) installed on the generator could fail to operate properly, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
- Units
- About 13,800
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $900–$1,000
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recall involves DEWALT DG2900 2900-watt gasoline-powered generators with date codes 200150 through 200635. The generators are black and yellow. "DEWALT" and "DG2900" are printed on the generator. The date code is stamped on the right side of the unit on the black plastic covering the rear of the control panel. Units with an "R" stamped on the name plate are not affected by this recall.
The file
- Sold at
- Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from December 2001 through November 2006 for between $900 and $1,000.
- Product type
- Generators
- Made in
- Japan
- Recalled by
- DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
Incident log
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the generators immediately and contact DEWALT to arrange for a free inspection and, if necessary, free repair.
For more information, contact DEWALT toll-free at (888) 742-9108 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.DEWALT.com
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 JAN 04 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.