Portable Generators Recalled by Champion Power Equipment Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1233.
This recall involves two models of Champion Power Equipment portable generators. Both models have a black frame with black and yellow control panels, a bar handle and two wheels. Model number 41332 has an open frame. The words "Champion Power Equipment" are on the control panel and "8250 starting watts" and "6500 running watts" are on the side of the fuel tank. Model number 41532 has side panels that cover the long sides of the fuel tank. The words "Champion Power Equipment" are on the side panel above the control panel, and "9000 starting watts" and "7000 running watts" are on the control panel. The model number and serial number are located on the side of the generator with the handle, on a tag on the crossbar above the yellow generator end cap. Model Number Serial Number Ranges 41332 11NOV2600701 to 11NOV2601500 41532 11NOV1400151 to 11NOV1400360 11DEC0700001 to 11DEC0700720 11DEC1301077 to 11DEC1402602 11DEC2201801 to 11DEC2203600 11DEC2501531 to 11DEC2503330 11DEC2801073 to 11DEC2801325
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1233.
Consumers should stop using the recalled generators immediately and contact Champion Power Equipment for a free repair kit to be installed by an authorized dealer. The consumer may also return the unit to Costco for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Costco Wholesale Stores Nationwide From December 2011 Through July 2012 For About $699. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1233.
Champion Power Equipment; toll-free at (855) 236-9424, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, e-mail support@cpeauto.com, or online at www.championpowerequipment.com, then click on the red "Important Product Recall Notice" link for more information.
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Costco Wholesale Stores Nationwide From December 2011 Through July 2012 For About $699. Recall FAQ
Costco Wholesale Stores Nationwide From December 2011 Through July 2012 For About $699. is the subject of a furniture recall: Portable Generators Recalled by Champion Power Equipment Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco. The notice was published on November 2, 2012 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 8,600 units are potentially affected.