Electric Start Pressure Washers
CPSC Recall #22-127 — April 28, 2022
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 22-127 |
| Recall Date | April 28, 2022 |
| Remedy Type | Repair |
| Units Affected | About 53,000 (In addition, 1,750 were sold in Canada) |
| Manufacturer | Generac Power Systems Inc. (Electric Start Pressure Washer), of Waukesha, Wisconsin |
| Manufactured In | United States |
Where It Was Sold
| Major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online |
| including Ace Hardware |
| Amazon |
| City Electric Supply |
| Costco (Canada only) |
| Do It Best |
| eBay |
| Essendant |
| Fastenal |
| Home Depot |
| Lowe’s Stores |
| Menard’s |
| Orgill |
| Power Equipment Direct |
| Ravitsky Bros. |
| Tractor Supply |
| True Value and Walmart from February 2018 through February 2022 for between $450 and $650. |
Product
Electric Start Pressure Washers
Description
This recall involves Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers with model numbers DPW3100DEN, DPW3101DEN, DPW3102DEN, G0071320, G0071321, G0071430 and G0071431. The electric start pressure washers have an electric start/stop button for the unit’s gasoline-powered engines, as well as a rechargeable battery used to power the button. The model and serial numbers are printed on a label located on the product’s frame. Consumers can check specific unit type, model number and serial number location information at www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup. This recall involves only the following Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers:Recalled Pressure WashersModel Number Serial Number RangeDR Pressure Washer PRO 3100DPW3100DEN3003024185-3004600505DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100DPW3101DEN3003074891-3004603299DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100DPW3102DEN3006177112-30087635073125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3G00713203002690991-30059337133125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3G00713213003692980-30099107533125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3G00714303002778837-30059333613125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3G00714313006132052-3006132052
Hazard
The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning if the unit is in a confined space.
Incidents & Injuries
The firm has received nine reports of the pressure washers self-starting and operating without being connected to a water supply. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer unless they have removed the rechargeable battery, and contact Generac to arrange to have an authorized dealer replace the start/stop switch on the pressure washer free of charge. The pressure washer can continue to be used with the battery removed but using the pull-start option to start the unit. Generac is contacting known consumers directly to provide more details about the repair.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Repair at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Repair) at no cost to you.
No — you should stop using the product entirely, not just unplug it. Electric shock and fire hazards in recalled electrical products often involve internal wiring defects, faulty components, or insulation failures that can cause harm even after the product has been off for a period of time. Do not attempt to repair the product yourself. Keep it unplugged and stored safely until you receive the manufacturer's remedy. If the product has already shown signs of overheating, sparking, or discoloration, handle it carefully and consider contacting your local fire department for guidance on safe disposal.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.