DR®Power PRO XL501 Chipper Shredders
Published March 2, 2023
Summary
CPSC records recall 23732, published March 2, 2023. Recalling firm: Generac, of Waukesha, Wisconsin; Reported units: About 2,100 (In addition, about 27 were sold in Canada and about 3 were sold in Mexico).
What's the hazard
The fin scroll of the chipper shredder can fail, ejecting pieces of metal from the chipper shredder hopper during operation, posing a laceration hazard.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chipper shredders. DR Power Equipment is contacting all known purchasers and automatically sending them a repair kit with installation instructions. Consumers will also be provided with a small sticker with letters "NF" to place on the unit's data tag to indicate that the scroll has been replaced. Consumers not wishing to make the repair themselves will be directed to a servicing dealer to make the free repair for them, including transportation to and from the dealer.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Generac, of Waukesha, Wisconsin
- Manufacturer
- Generac, of Waukesha, Wisconsin
- Distributor
- DR Power Equipment, of South Burlington, Vermont
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was DR®Power PRO XL501 Chipper Shredders recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 23732 on March 2, 2023. Reported hazard: The fin scroll of the chipper shredder can fail, ejecting pieces of metal from the chipper shredder hopper during operation, posing a laceration hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chipper shredders. DR Power Equipment is contacting all known purchasers and automatically sending them a repair kit with installation instructions. Consumers will also be provided with a small sticker with letters "NF" to place on the unit's data tag to indicate that the scroll has been replaced. Consumers not wishing to make the repair themselves will be directed to a servicing dealer to make the free repair for them, including transportation to and from the dealer.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Generac, of Waukesha, Wisconsin.