CPSC recall 07072
DEWALT DG2900 Portable Generators
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of DEWALT DG2900 Portable Generators by Dewalt Industrial Tool, citing A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) installed on the generator could fail to operate properly, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07072 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2007-01-04 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Dewalt Industrial Tool |
| Distribution | US |
Product
DEWALT DG2900 Portable Generators | The recall involves DEWALT DG2900 2900-watt gasoline-powered generators with date codes 200150 through 200635. The generators are black and yellow. "DEWALT" and "DG2900" are printed on the generator. The date code is stamped on the right side of the unit on the black plastic covering the rear of the control panel. Units with an "R" stamped on the name plate are not affected by this recall.
Reason
A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) installed on the generator could fail to operate properly, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/DEWALT-Recalls-Portable-Generators-Due-to-Electric-Shock-Hazard
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