Stationary Natural Gas and Propane Fueled Generators
CPSC Recall #07-559 — June 18, 2007
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 07-559 |
| Recall Date | June 18, 2007 |
| Remedy Type | Repair |
| Units Affected | About 3,300 |
| Manufacturer | Cummins Power Generation Inc., of Fridley, Minn. |
| Manufactured In | United States |
Where It Was Sold
| Cummins Power Generation's authorized distributors and dealers nationwide and www.costco.com from January 2005 through February 2007 for a retail cost of between $8 |
| 000 to $25 |
| 000 (depending on the model |
| retail outlet |
| and date of purchase). |
Product
Stationary Natural Gas and Propane Fueled Generators
Description
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cummins Power Generation Inc., of Fridley, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 3,300 Stationary Natural Gas and Propane Fueled Generators. The generator's fuel shut-off valve can fail to close, resulting in a gas leak from the unit. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers.Name of Product: Stationary Natural Gas and Propane Fueled GeneratorsUnits: About 3,300Manufacturer: Cummins Power Generation Inc., of Fridley, Minn.Hazard: The generator's fuel shut-off valve can fail to close, resulting in a gas leak from the unit. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: Cummins Power Generation has received one report that the fuel shut-off valve failed to close. No injuries or damages have been reported.Description: The recall involves both commercial and residential model Cummins Power Generation gaseous-fueled stationary generator sets (fueled by propane or natural gas). They have the following model numbers listed on the generator nameplate which is located at the front base of the unit: commercial models GGDB, GGMA/B/C, and GNAA/B/C, and residential models RS15000, RS20000, and RS30000. These units also have serial number A050734102 through L068998479 and "Cummins Power Generation" listed on the generator nameplate.Sold at: Cummins Power Generation's authorized distributors and dealers nationwide and www.costco.com from January 2005 through February 2007 for a retail cost of between $8,000 to $25,000 (depending on the model, retail outlet, and date of purchase).Manufactured in: United StatesRemedy: Consumers should stop using these generators immediately, place the Operators switch in "OFF" and maintain this status until the upgrade is completed. The local distributor or dealer should be contacted to schedule a free, on-site repair by a Cummins Power Generation authorized trained technician.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Cummins Power Generation Inc. at (800) 888-6626, Option 3, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Hazard
The generator's fuel shut-off valve can fail to close, resulting in a gas leak from the unit. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers.
Incidents & Injuries
Cummins Power Generation has received one report that the fuel shut-off valve failed to close. No injuries or damages have been reported.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should stop using these generators immediately, place the Operators switch in "OFF" and maintain this status until the upgrade is completed. The local distributor or dealer should be contacted to schedule a free, on-site repair by a Cummins Power Generation authorized trained technician.
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.
If the product caused a fire or burn injury, document the incident with photos and preserve the product if it is safe to do so. Report the incident to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov and to your local fire department. Contact the manufacturer to inform them of the incident — they are required to track and report injuries to CPSC. You may also want to consult a personal injury attorney, as fire and burn injuries caused by defective products can be grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer.
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.