CPSC Recall in 2022: Generac Power Systems Recalls Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 22-127

Date: April 28, 2022

Product Name: Electric Start Pressure Washers

Recall Description:

This recall involves Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers with model numbers DPW3100DEN, DPW3101DEN, DPW3102DEN, G0071320, G0071321, G0071430 and G0071431. The electric start 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.   The 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 www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup. This recall involves only the following Generac and DR Power brand electric start pressure washers:Recalled Pressure WashersModel Number           Serial Number RangeDR Pressure Washer PRO 3100DPW3100DEN3003024185-3004600505DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100DPW3101DEN3003074891-3004603299DR Pressure Washer PRO 3100DPW3102DEN3006177112-30087635073125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3G00713203002690991-30059337133125 CON GAS PW ES CARB EPA3G00713213003692980-30099107533125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3G00714303002778837-30059333613125 CON GAS PW ES SPEEDWASH CARB EPA3G00714313006132052-3006132052 

Hazard Description:

The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning if the unit is in a confined space. 

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 53,000 (In addition, 1,750 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received nine reports of the pressure washers self-starting and operating without being connected to a water supply. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Sold At:

Major home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online, including Ace Hardware, Amazon, City Electric Supply, Costco (Canada only), Do It Best, eBay, Essendant, Fastenal, Home Depot, Lowe’s Stores, Menard’s, Orgill, Power Equipment Direct, Ravitsky Bros., Tractor Supply, True Value and Walmart from February 2018 through February 2022 for between $450 and $650.

Manufactured In:

United States