About 64,000 transportable turbines have been recalled due to severe fireplace and burn hazards, in keeping with federal regulators.

Generac Power Systems, a producer of backup power-generating merchandise based mostly in Wisconsin, recalled two of its turbines after studies that its gas tanks typically did not vent correctly. The failure brought on its gasoline tanks to construct up extra stress and expel gas when opened, posing dangers of fireside and burns, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission stated on Thursday.

Generac stated it had acquired studies of 27 incidents wherein its GP15000E and GP17500E turbines overheated and expelled gas when opened. Three of these incidents resulted in extreme burn accidents.

“Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Generac for a free repair kit,” the corporate wrote in an announcement posted to its web site. Consumers can order the package with directions on tips on how to set up a brand new rollover valve on-line. Those who order one ought to anticipate it to reach in six to eight weeks, the corporate stated.

It is unclear whether or not the recall is voluntary. Generac couldn’t instantly be reached for touch upon Saturday.

The recalled turbines have been bought at main house enchancment and {hardware} shops nationwide in addition to on varied web sites from April 2011 by June 2023. The mannequin numbers for each sorts of recalled turbines may be discovered on Generac’s web site.

Consumers can discover their generator’s unit sort printed on each side of its gas tank and on its management panel, in keeping with the corporate. The mannequin quantity is printed on a label on the warmth defend between the generator’s engine and alternator.

The recall comes amid a busy hurricane season, which runs from June by November. Generators are significantly helpful throughout this time, as houses and companies affected by storms are inclined to shedding energy.

Even with a correctly functioning generator, consultants say shoppers nonetheless have to take sure security precautions, resembling protecting it 20 ft away from a house and out of an enclosed house.