The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07072·Announced 2007-01-04

DEWALT Recalls DG2900 Portable Generators Due to Electric Shock Hazard

DEWALT is recalling about 13,800 DG2900 portable generators because a ground fault circuit interrupter could fail, posing a risk of electric shock.

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 (electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

DEWALT Industrial Tool Co. is recalling about 13,800 DG2900 2900-watt gasoline-powered portable generators. The recall involves units with date codes 200150 through 200635. The generators are black and yellow, with "DEWALT" and "DG2900" printed on the unit. 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.

The recall is being conducted because a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) installed on the generator could fail to operate properly, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

The generators were sold at major home center and hardware stores nationwide from December 2001 through November 2006 for between $900 and $1,000. Consumers should stop using the generators immediately and contact DEWALT to arrange for a free inspection and, if necessary, free repair. For more information, consumers can contact DEWALT toll-free at (888) 742-9108 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.DEWALT.com.

The recalled product

Product
DEWALT DG2900 Portable Generators
Manufacturer
DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
Category
Consumer Product — Portable Generators
Hazard
Affected units
13,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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