Generac Power Systems Expands Recall of Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Carbon Monoxide Hazard; Includes Additional Models
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2026-05-14). Hazards: carbon monoxide, chemical, injury. Models: G0089111, G0088941, G0088951, DPW3109DEN. About 16,260 units in the US and 120 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 26494 |
| Published | 2026-05-14 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-15 |
| Products | Electric Start Pressure Washers |
| Firm named in the title | Generac Power Systems |
| Firms | Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 16,260 |
| Units (Canada) | 120 |
| Model numbers | G0089111, G0088941, G0088951, DPW3109DEN |
| Hazard classes | carbon monoxide, chemical, injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Major home improvement and hardware stores online and nationwide including Menards, Home Depot, and Amazon from November 2021 through February 2026 for between $500 and $590. |
Description
This recall involves certain Generac brand electric start pressure washers with model number G0089111, G0088941, G0088951 and DR Power brand electric start pressure washer with model number DPW3109DEN. The 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. 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 https://www.generac.com/support/product-info-user-manuals by clicking on "Pressure Washers" at the bottom of the page.
Hazard
The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to carbon monoxide poisoning, if the unit is in a confined space.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer and contact Generac to arrange for a free repair at your dealer's location. The pressure washer can still be used with the battery removed by using the pull-start option to start the unit.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received six reports of the pressure washers self-starting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Linked notices
Linked because one agency's notice cites the other's.
- Generac power electric start pressure washers recalled due to carbon monoxide poisoning hazard (Health Canada)
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