Fuel tank replacement caps made by Kelch/Bemis

CPSC Recall #19-007 — October 10, 2018

Recall #19-007 Date: October 10, 2018 Remedy: Replace

Product

Fuel tank replacement caps made by Kelch/Bemis

Description

 

Hazard

The fuel tank replacement caps lack ventilation holes which allow pressure to build up in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the portable generators and return the recalled fuel tank replacement cap to a Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free replacement.

Units Affected

About 3,000

Sold At

Briggs & Stratton dealers and retailers nationwide from February 2017 through February 2018 for about $26.

Manufacturer

Kelch, of Sheboygan Falls, Wis., a division of Bemis Manufacturing Company

Manufactured In

USA