Electric Start Pressure Washers
Recalled by Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin
Consumer product recall
This is a consumer product recall issued through the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin has recalled Electric Start Pressure Washers, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on May 14, 2026. It is a consumer product recall.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Electric Start Pressure Washers, with approximately About 16,260 (Generac Power Systems previously recalled 53,000 units on April 2… affected. The company behind the recall is Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin.
From the official recall notice: “This recall involves certain Generac brand electric start pressure washers with model number G0089111, G0088941, G0088951 and DR Power brand electric start pressure washer with model number DPW3109DEN. The 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. Model and serial numbers are printed on a label located on t…”
Why was Electric Start Pressure Washers recalled?
According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to carbon monoxide poisoning, if the unit is in a confined space.”
Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: The firm has received six reports of the pressure washers self-starting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Electric Start Pressure Washers, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The official recall notice states: “Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer and contact Generac to arrange for a free repair at your dealer's location. The pressure washer can still be used with the battery removed by using the pull-start option to start the unit.”
About this recall
This recall applies to products sold in the United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public CPSC data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the CPSC or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Full recall details
- Date reported
- May 14, 2026
- Recall started
- May 14, 2026
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Electric Start Pressure Washers recalled?+
According to the CPSC: The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a…
How serious is this recall?+
Consumer product recall. This is a consumer product recall issued through the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
What should I do if I have Electric Start Pressure Washers?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) data for this recall.
Recall number: CPSC-10779. Information last synced from the FDA on July 5, 2026.
