CPSC Recall in 2021: Generac Recalls Portable Generators Due to Finger Amputation and Crushing Hazards

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 21-173

Date: July 29, 2021

Product Name: Generac® and DR® 6500 Watt and 8000 Watt portable generators

Recall Description:

This recall involves 6500 watt and 8000 watt Generac portable generators with unit type numbers XT8000E, XT8000EFI, GP6500, GP6500E, GP8000E and HomeLink 6500E portable generators, and DR models PRO 6500M and PRO 6500E portable generators. The generators have gasoline-powered engines that are used to generate electricity for use as backup power. The portable generators have two-wheels and a single, U-shaped, two-grip, flip-up pin-lock handle to help move the generator. Only the generators listed below are included in this recall. The unit type is identified on the front of the product.  The model and serial numbers are printed on a label on the product.  Consumers can also check specific unit type, model number, and serial number location information at www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup.Unit TypeModel NumberFirst Serial NumberLast Serial NumberXT8000E   G0064330  G006433130000378493005569372G0064340  G0064342  XT8000EFI  G0071620  G007162130033363563006597843G0071621R  GP6500   G0076720  G0076800  G0076800R  G0076812  G0076830  G0076830R  G0076902  G0076902R  G0076903  GP6500EG0076820   G0076820R   G0076822  GP8000EG0076731  G0076751  G0076751R  G0076761  G0076761R  G0076861  G0076861R  PRO 6500M GP16505DMN  GP16505DMNR  PRO 6500EGP16505DEN  HomeLink 6500E  G0068650  G0068651  G0079960   

Hazard Description:

An unlocked handle can pinch consumers’ fingers against the generator frame when the generator is moved, posing finger amputation and crushing hazards. 

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 321,160 (In addition, 4,575 in Canada)

Incidents:

Generac has received eight reports of injuries, seven resulting in finger amputations and one in finger crushing.

Sold At:

Major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online, including Ace Hardware, Amazon, Blain’s Farm & Fleet, City Electric Supply, Costco, Do it Best, Fastenal, Home Depot, Lowe’s Stores, Napa Auto Parts, Northern Tool & Equipment, Orgill, Power Equipment Direct, Ravitsky Bros., True Value, and W.W. Grainger from June 2013 through June 2021 for between $790 and $1,480.

Manufactured In:

United States and China