DEWALT Recalls Portable Generators Due to Electric Shock Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-01-04 · 07072
Hazards
A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) installed on the generator could fail to operate properly, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
Recall
Number
07072
Date
2007-01-04
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
DEWALT DG2900 Portable Generators
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
Retailer(s)
Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from December 2001 through November 2006 for between $900 and $1,000.
Country of manufacture
Japan
Description
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.