CPSC recall 13036
Powermate Sx 5500 portable generators
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-01-20
On 2015-01-20 the CPSC announced a recall of Powermate Sx 5500 portable generators by Am Pride Chongqing Senci Imp And Exp Trade, citing the fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13036 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2012-11-13 |
| Published | 2015-01-20 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Am Pride Chongqing Senci Imp And Exp Trade |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Powermate Sx 5500 portable generators | The recalled portable generators have "Powermate 5500" printed on the side of the black generator with wheels. These generators were sold under the model name Sx5500 and model number PM0125500. Both are printed on a plate on the rear of the generators with serial numbers of the recalled units ranging from K003xxxxxQ through K090xxxxxQ.
Reason
The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.
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/2013/Powermate-Generators-Recall-to-Repair-by-Pramac-America-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Home-Depot
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