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64,000 portable generators recalled by Generac due to fire and burn risk

The recalled units were sold for over a decade until June 2023.

News 12 Staff

Sep 18, 2023, 12:14 PM

Updated 681 days ago

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In the midst of hurricane season, 64,000 portable generators are being recalled by Generac.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says the generators pose a fire and burn risk.
At least three incidents "resulted in severe burns."
The recalled units were sold for over a decade until June 2023.
Hurricane season in the Atlantic ends Nov. 30.