The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09257·Announced 2009-06-25

Big Muddy Motor Sports Recalls PowerPlus Generators Due to Fire Hazard

Big Muddy Motor Sports is recalling about 450 PowerPlus Generators because a faulty 220-volt receptacle can cause power surges, posing a risk of fire and injury.

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 hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, aligning with the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Big Muddy Motor Sports, of Perryville, Mo., is recalling about 450 PowerPlus Generators. The recalled units are red with a black frame, have the model number BM7200 Power+ printed on the side, and feature a date of manufacture of 02/2009 labeled on the fuel tank. These generators were manufactured in China.

The recall is due to a defect in the 220-volt receptacle, which can fail to produce power correctly. This malfunction can cause power surges that damage appliances, posing a risk of fire and possible injury to consumers. The firm has received five reports of power surges resulting in damage to appliances, but no injuries have been reported.

The affected generators were sold at Buchheit retail stores in Illinois and Missouri during May 2009 for about $700. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generator and return it to any Buchheit store for an exchange or full refund. For additional information, contact Big Muddy Motor Sports at (800) 678-3607 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.buchheitonline.com or www.bigmuddymotorsports.com.

The recalled product

Product
PowerPlus Generators
Manufacturer
Big Muddy Sports, of Perryville, Mo.
Category
Consumer Product — Generators
Hazard
Affected units
450

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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