Cummins Power Generation Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire Hazard
Fire
The hazard
Fuel can leak through the carburetor during normal usage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: The firm has received 25 reports of fuel leakage. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Cummins for a refund. All known users have been contacted by the firm.
Contact: For additional information, contact Cummins at (800) 344-0039 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cumminsonan.com/portable
About this recall
This recall involves Cummins Onan Portable Generators. "Cummins Onan" and the model number are printed on the front of the generator. The serial number is printed on the generator's name plate. Only generators manufactured on or after June 2009 and before December 2009 are included in this recall. Model Numbers P5350 P5350c P5450e P5450ec P5550e Serial Numbers starting with F09 through L09
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Photos: U.S. CPSC