Big Muddy Motor Sports Recalls Generators Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-06-25). Hazards: fire. Models: BM7200. About 450 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09257 |
| Published | 2009-06-25 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Generators |
| Products | PowerPlus Generators |
| Firm named in the title | Big Muddy Motor Sports |
| Firms | Big Muddy Sports, of Perryville, Mo. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 450 |
| Model numbers | BM7200 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Buchheit retail stores in Illinois and Missouri during May 2009 for about $700. |
Description
The recalled PowerPlus Generators are red with a black frame. The model number (BM7200 Power+) is printed on the side of the unit. Recalled units have a date of manufacture of 02/2009 labeled on the fuel tank.
Hazard
The 220-volt receptacle can fail to produce power correctly and cause power surges that can damage appliances. This poses a risk of fire and possible injury to consumers.
Remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled generator and return it to any Buchheit store for an exchange or full refund.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received five reports of power surges resulting in damage to appliances. No injuries have been reported.
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