Generac Recalls Portable Generators for Fire, Burn Hazards
Summary
CPSC announced a recall of Generac portable generators due to fuel leaking from the carburetor when first filling with gasoline, posing fire and burn hazards. The recall covers approximately 11 models including GP8000E, GP6700EDF, GP6500EDF, and GP6500. Consumers with generators that have never been filled or have not experienced fuel leakage may continue use; all others should stop use immediately and contact Generac for a free repair.
What changed
CPSC ordered a recall of Generac portable generators models G0077150, G0080620, G0081530, G0076802, G0077210, G0081550, G0080630, G0076722, G0077130, G0076754, G0081540, and G0079712 due to fuel leaking from the carburetor when first filled with gasoline, creating fire and burn hazards.
Generac must notify all registered owners, provide free repairs, and advise consumers to stop use of affected generators that have been filled with gasoline and experienced leakage. Distributors and retailers should remove affected models from inventory and coordinate with Generac on remedy procedures.
What to do next
- Stop using generators that have been filled with gasoline and have experienced fuel leakage
- Contact Generac for a free repair
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Generac Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn and Fire Hazards
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Recalled Generac Portable Generator GP8000E, model G0077150
Recalled Generac Portable Generator GP6700EDF, model G0080620
Recalled Generac Portable Generator GP6500EDF, model G0081530
Recalled Generac Portable Generator GP6500, model G0076802
Recalled Model and Serial Number Location– models G0077210, G0081550, G0081530, G0080620, G0080630
Recalled Model and Serial Number Location – models G0076802, G0076722, G0077130, G0077150, G0076754, G0081540, G0079712
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- Name of Product: Generac Portable Generators Hazard: When first filling the recalled generator with gasoline, fuel can leak from the carburetor posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire or burn hazard. Consumers with generators that have previously been filled with enough gasoline to move the gauge off "E," or have been used without any gasoline leakage, can continue to be used.
Remedy: Repair Recall Date: April 16, 2026 Units: About 149,400 (In addition, about 260 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact Generac toll-free at 800-396-9951 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at https://www.generac.com/about/recalls/GP-Carburetor or www.generac.com and click on “Important Recall Information” for more information.
Recall Details
In Conjunction With: canada Flag Description: This recall involves certain Generac Portable Generators which have an orange/black cover and are encased in a steel-tube cradle. It comes with two wheels on the back for easy transportation.
“Generac” and the “unit type” are located on the side panel of the generators. The model and serial number are printed on a label attached to the side of the unit. Consumers will need to have their model and serial number available prior to logging on to https://www.generac.com/about/recalls/GP-Carburetor to determine if their generator is included in the recall.
Recalled unit types and model numbers are listed below, within limited serial range.
| Unit Types | Model Numbers |
| GP3600 | G0077210 |
| GP4000DF | G0081550 |
| GP6500 | G0076802, G0076722 |
| GP6500E | G0077130 |
| GP6500EDF | G0081530 |
| GP6700EDF | G0080620 |
| GP8000E | G0077150, G0076754, G0081540 |
| GP9200E | G0079712 |
| GP9500ETF | G0080630 |
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Generac portable generator and go to https://www.generac.com/about/recalls/GP-Carburetor to check to see if your model and serial number are included in this recall. If your unit is included in the recall and has either not yet been filled with fuel or exhibited leakage after fueling as described above, please contact your dealer to arrange for free repair at the dealer’s location.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 114 reports of generator fuel leaks. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: Home Depot, Lowe’s and other home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online from May 2025 through February 2026 for between $600 and $1,300. Manufactured In: Vietnam Recall number: 26-407 Fast Track Recall
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