Poulan Pro Generators Recalled by Husqvarna Professional Products Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 11717 · Jan 20, 2011 · Husqvarna Professional Products Inc.
600
units affected
600
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 11717
- Date
- Jan 20, 2011
- Company
- Husqvarna Professional Products Inc.
- Units affected
- 600
- Product
- Poulan Pro Generators
- Product type
- Portable Generators
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves gas-powered Poulan Pro Generators designed for residential use. Models included in the recall are: PP4300, PP6600, PP6600E and PP7600E, all serial numbers. The generator's model number can be found on the front of the fuel tank on the Serial Number Plate. The generators are black and marigold color, measure 21.5" H x 26.6" L x 21.3" range from 4.4 to 7.6 KW with two handles and two wheels.
What can happen
The carburetor can fail allowing gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Husqvarna to arrange a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Poulan Pro and Husqvarna authorized dealers nationwide from July 2010 through September 2010 for between $600 and $1,000.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled poulan pro generators?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Husqvarna to arrange a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The carburetor can fail allowing gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.