Portable Generators Recalled by Champion Power Equipment Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco

Description

This recall involves two models of Champion Power Equipment portable generators. Both models have a black frame with black and yellow control panels, a bar handle and two wheels. Model number 41332 has an open frame. The words "Champion Power Equipment" are on the control panel and "8250 starting watts" and "6500 running watts" are on the side of the fuel tank. Model number 41532 has side panels that cover the long sides of the fuel tank. The words "Champion Power Equipment" are on the side panel above the control panel, and "9000 starting watts" and "7000 running watts" are on the control panel. The model number and serial number are located on the side of the generator with the handle, on a tag on the crossbar above the yellow generator end cap. Model Number Serial Number Ranges 41332 11NOV2600701 to 11NOV2601500 41532 11NOV1400151 to 11NOV1400360 11DEC0700001 to 11DEC0700720 11DEC1301077 to 11DEC1402602 11DEC2201801 to 11DEC2203600 11DEC2501531 to 11DEC2503330 11DEC2801073 to 11DEC2801325

Product details

Product

Portable generators

Type

Generators

Manufacturer

Champion Power Equipment, of Santa Fe Springs, Calif.

Model numbers

41332, 41532, 11NOV2600701, 11NOV2601500, 11NOV1400151, 11NOV1400360, 11DEC0700001, 11DEC0700720, 11DEC1301077, 11DEC1402602, 11DEC2201801, 11DEC2203600, 11DEC2501531, 11DEC2503330, 11DEC2801073, 11DEC2801325

UPCs

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Sold at

Costco Wholesale stores nationwide from December 2011 through July 2012 for about $699.

Made in

China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the recalled generators immediately and contact Champion Power Equipment for a free repair kit to be installed by an authorized dealer. The consumer may also return the unit to Costco for a full refund.