The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06064·Announced 2006-01-11

Generac Recalls Fuel Hoses for Guardian Home Standby Generators

Generac Power Systems is recalling 12-inch braided flex fuel hoses sold with certain Guardian Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators because they can leak if bent, posing a fire or explosion hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire/explosion) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. is recalling approximately 20,000 12-inch braided flex fuel hoses sold with certain Guardian Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators. The recall involves generators with serial numbers 3789827 and below. The fuel hoses, manufactured by RB Royal Industries Inc., connect the fuel supply to the generator and are covered with braided steel.

The fuel hoses can leak if bent in an unreasonable fashion during installation or upon completion of installation. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur. Generac has received no reports of fuel hose leaks, injuries, or property damage.

These generators with the flex fuel hoses were sold by independent and national dealers between March 2001 and September 2003 for about $1,500 to $2,500. Consumers should stop using the generator if the fuel hose is bent or if the ferrules (connectors) are cracked, split, or damaged in any way. Consumers with a bent hose or damaged connector should contact Generac Power Systems or a Generac authorized service dealer to arrange for a free inspection and replacement of the flex fuel hose.

The recalled product

Product
12" Braided Flex Fuel Hose sold with certain Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators
Manufacturer
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis. (generator)
Category
Consumer Product — Generators
Hazard
Affected units
20,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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