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CPSCRecalled Mar 22, 2006 · #06537

Valsi Corporation Recall of Generators with Plastic Fuel Tanks For Fire Hazard

Hazard

The fuel tanks can crack and leak fuel, posing a risk of fires and burn injuries.

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
Valsi Single Phase Portable Generators
Type
Generators
Manufacturer
Corporativo Valsi S.A de C.V, Guadalajara, Mexico
Model numbers
G38MG0750RV, G42MG0750RV, G55MG0900RV, G65MG1100RV
UPCs
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.
Made in
Mexico

What you should 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.

View the official CPSC notice