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Homelite, Husky and Black Max Generators Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot and Sam's Club Stores

Reported: August 13, 2009 Initiated: August 13, 2009 #09305

Product Description

This recall involves Homelite and Husky brand generators sold exclusively at Home Depot stores and Black Max brand generators sold exclusively at Sam's Club stores. Affected generators include Homelite models HG3500, HG3510, HG5700 and HG5700R, Husky models HU3650, HUCA5700 and HUCA7000 and Black Max models BM10700, BM10700A, BM10700B, BM10711A, BM10700DG, BM10700R, BM10700BR & BM10722G. Generators included in this recall have manufacturing date codes between BML306-BMM151, CHL122-CHM151 and CRL153-CRM059. The model number and manufacturing date code are included on the data label located on the top or side of the generator engine. Products with a green dot on the outside of the package or a silver dot on the fuel gauge face are not included in the recall.

Reason for Recall

The fuel gauge can leak excessive amounts of gasoline, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using their generator and contact Homelite Consumer Products Inc. (Homelite and Husky brands only) or Black Max (Black Max brands only) for a free repair kit.

Details

Units Affected
About 51,750
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Homelite-Husky-and-Black-Max-Generators-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Home-Depot-and-Sams-Club-Stores

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Homelite and Husky brand generators sold exclusively at Home Depot stores and Black Max brand generators sold exclusively at Sam's Club stores. Affected generators include Homelite models HG3500, HG3510, HG5700 and HG5700R, Husky models HU3650, HUCA5700 and HUCA7000 and Black Max models BM10700, BM10700A, BM10700B, BM10711A, BM10700DG, BM10700R, BM10700BR & BM10722G. Generators included in this recall have manufacturing date codes between BML306-BMM151, CHL122-CHM151 and CRL153-CRM059. The model number and manufacturing date code are included on the data label located on the top or side of the generator engine. Products with a green dot on the outside of the package or a silver dot on the fuel gauge face are not included in the recall.. Recalled by Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.. Units affected: About 51,750.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The fuel gauge can leak excessive amounts of gasoline, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using their generator and contact Homelite Consumer Products Inc. (Homelite and Husky brands only) or Black Max (Black Max brands only) for a free repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 13, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09305.

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