Patriot Power 1500-watt Generator recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 28, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Lekker Recalls Patriot Power Generators Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively Online at 4Patriots.com

Recall number

16234

Sold / distributed

Online at www.4patriots.com from November 2014 through April 2015 for about $2,000.

Why it was recalled

The battery sold with the generator can catch fire, posing a fire hazard to the user or bystanders.

What was recalled

The recall involves the 1,500-watt Patriot Power Generators. The generators were sold in black or dark blue with "Patriot Power Generator" printed on the right side of the unit. The recalled generators have serial numbers U14040001 through U14041092 and U14110001 through U14111092 printed on a sticker in the upper right hand corner of the rear panel of the unit. The generators measure about 18 inches long by 10 inches wide by 12 inches tall.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact 4Patriots for instructions on receiving a free replacement generator.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.