Valsi Corporation Recall of Generators with Plastic Fuel Tanks For Fire Hazard

Valsi Single Phase Portable Generators

Date of Recall

2006-03-22

CPSC Release Number

06-537

Manufactured In

Mexico

Units

About 900

Manufacturer

Corporativo Valsi S.A de C.V, Guadalajara, Mexico

Importer

Valsi Power Equipment Inc., of San Diego, Calif.

Sold By

Wal-Mart stores in Florida Gulf coast region; Highway Equipment and Supply, Orlando, FL; and Florida Department of Transportation, Orlando, FL sold these generators from September 2004 through August 2005 for between $400 and $900.

Problem/Hazard

The fuel tanks can crack and leak fuel, posing a risk of fires and burn injuries.

Injuries/Incidents

There have been 67 reports of fuel tank leaks. There have been no reported injuries.

Description

The Valsi "G" model G38MG0750RV, G42MG0750RV, G55MG0900RV, and G65MG1100RV are portable generators with black plastic fuel tank, full lifting frame, and side control panel. The recalled generators are black with blue label and have "Valsi Generator" printed on the label.

Remedy

Valsi is directly notifying those consumers who purchased affected generators. Consumers should stop using their generators immediately and contact a Valsi dealer or Valsi customer service to make arrangement to have a replacement gas tank installed at no cost to the consumer.

Consumer Contact

For more information, call the firm at (866) 260-4843 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email them at [email protected]

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