On April 16, 2026, Generac Power Systems and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of certain Generac portable generators, CPSC recall number 26-407. When a recalled generator is filled with gasoline for the first time, fuel can leak from the carburetor, creating a fire and burn hazard. Health Canada announced the same recall in Canada. The remedy is a free repair at a Generac dealer.
In short: the recall covers nine GP-series portable models (GP3600, GP4000DF, GP6500, GP6500E, GP6500EDF, GP6700EDF, GP8000E, GP9200E and GP9500ETF), but only units within specific serial-number ranges. They were sold from May 2025 through February 2026. Find the model and serial number on the label on the side of the unit, then check them on Generac's recall page or call Generac at 800-396-9951.
Recall at a glance
| Detail | What the notices say |
|---|---|
| Recall number | CPSC 26-407 (Health Canada RA-81890) |
| Recall date | April 16, 2026 |
| Product | Certain Generac GP-series portable generators within limited serial ranges |
| Hazard | Fuel can leak from the carburetor when the generator is first filled with gasoline, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire or burn hazard |
| Units | About 149,400 in the United States, plus about 260 in Canada (Health Canada reports 263) |
| Incidents | 114 reports of fuel leaks in the U.S.; no injuries reported. Health Canada reports no incidents in Canada as of March 31, 2026, and no reports of fire or injuries in the U.S. |
| Remedy | Free repair at the dealer's location |
| Sold | Home Depot, Lowe's and other home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online, May 2025 through February 2026, for $600 to $1,300 |
| Manufactured in | Vietnam |
| Contact | Generac at 800-396-9951, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or generac.com/about/recalls/GP-Carburetor |
Generac's recall page adds that, based on available information, no more than 51,500 of the units were distributed to consumers. The 149,400 figure is the number of units covered by the recall.
Which Generac portable generators are recalled?
The recalled generators have an orange and black cover, sit in a steel-tube cradle and have two wheels at the back. "Generac" and the unit type (for example, GP6500) are printed on the side panel. Only the model numbers below are included, and only within the serial ranges Generac lists for each model.
| Unit type | Model number | Serial ranges listed by Generac |
|---|---|---|
| GP3600 | G0077210 | 3016697885–3016702012 |
| GP4000DF | G0081550 | 3016000801–3016005506; 3016211528–3016216905; 3016218754–3016226593; 3016449617–3016450762; 3016451270–3016453540; 3017247749–3017247756; 3017281304–3017282335 |
| GP6500 | G0076802 | 3016071245–3016073356; 3017019945–3017022257; 3017271028–3017271795 |
| GP6500 | G0076722 | 3016064523–3016065290; 3016067789–3016069708; 3017268724–3017269491 |
| GP6500E | G0077130 | 3016524272–3016525039 |
| GP6500EDF | G0081530 | 3015996961–3016000800; 3016170144–3016185749; 3016186869–3016188514; 3016188590–3016190125; 3016190147–3016195522; 3016195727–3016196494; 3016196895–3016199198; 3016200968–3016207111; 3016207880–3016211527; 3016798879–3016800414; 3017276695–3017280535 |
| GP6700EDF | G0080620 | 3016125328–3016135133; 3016135902–3016141091; 3016141862–3016146661; 3016366592–3016369670; 3016788967–3016791273; 3017027309–3017034222; 3017034540–3017035307; 3017275351–3017276694 |
| GP8000E | G0077150 | 3016051079–3016054343; 3016056456–3016058184; 3016779444–3016784053; 3017025767–3017027302; 3017273815–3017275350 |
| GP8000E | G0076754 | 3016702013–3016702780; 3016777323–3016779434; 3017269492–3017271027 |
| GP8000E | G0081540 | 3016710640–3016715247; 3016800991–3016806368 |
| GP9200E | G0079712 | 3016786070–3016788388 |
| GP9500ETF | G0080630 | 3016708891–3016710618; 3016791274–3016793583 |
The table copies the serial ranges published on Generac's recall page. The model and serial lookup on that page is the definitive check. A generator with the same unit type but a different model number, or a serial number outside these ranges, is not listed in the recall.
How to check whether your generator is affected
- Find the label. CPSC says the model and serial number are printed on a label attached to the side of the unit. Health Canada describes it as being on the side of the alternator or on the frame cross member. The CPSC notice includes photos showing where the label sits on each model group.
- Note both numbers. The model number starts with "G00" (for example, G0081530) and the serial number is a 10-digit number.
- Check them with Generac. Enter them at generac.com/about/recalls/GP-Carburetor, or call Generac toll-free at 800-396-9951, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday. On generac.com you can also click "Important Recall Information".
What to do if your generator is included
- Stop using it and check it. CPSC tells owners to stop using a recalled Generac portable generator immediately and check whether the model and serial number are included.
- If it has never been fueled, or it leaked after fueling: contact your dealer to arrange a free repair at the dealer's location.
- If it has already been filled without a problem: CPSC says a generator that has been filled with enough gasoline to move the fuel gauge off "E", or that has been used without any gasoline leaking, can continue to be used.
If you have trouble getting the remedy, CPSC has a recall complaint form linked from the recall notice. In Canada, Health Canada asks consumers to report health or safety incidents through its consumer product incident report form, which is linked from its recall notice.
The hazard, explained plainly
The carburetor mixes fuel with air before it goes into the engine. On the affected units, fuel can leak from the carburetor the first time the tank is filled. Gasoline is highly flammable. Leaking fuel near a hot engine, a spark or an open flame can catch fire and cause burns. That is why the recall focuses on the first fill. CPSC and Health Canada both say units that have already been filled past "E", or used without a leak, can keep being used.
Are Generac home standby generators part of this recall?
No standby models are named. The CPSC, Generac and Health Canada notices list only the GP-series portable generators shown above, within specific serial ranges. No Generac home standby (whole-house) generator models appear in the recall. If you own a standby unit and have a separate concern, contact your installing dealer or Generac with its model and serial number. Our Generac generators guide explains how the standby and portable lines differ.
Portable generator safety basics
A recalled generator is a fire risk, but carbon monoxide (CO) is the leading danger with any portable generator. CPSC's guidance:
- Operate portable generators outside only, at least 20 feet from the house, and point the exhaust away from the home and other buildings (CPSC).
- Never run a portable generator inside a home, garage, basement, crawlspace, shed or on a porch, or near doors, windows or vents. CPSC warns that generator exhaust can kill within minutes (CPSC).
- Install battery-operated CO alarms, or alarms with battery backup, outside sleeping areas and on each floor, and test them monthly. If an alarm sounds or anyone feels dizzy, sick or confused, get outside immediately and call 911 (CPSC).
Connecting a portable generator to house wiring needs proper transfer equipment installed by a qualified electrician. Our generator safety guide covers operating location, refueling and connection safety. The portable generator hookup guide explains how a portable unit is safely connected to a house, and the portable generators guide covers sizing and fuel choices.
Generac portable generator recall FAQs
Which Generac generators are being recalled in 2026?
CPSC recall 26-407 covers Generac GP3600, GP4000DF, GP6500, GP6500E, GP6500EDF, GP6700EDF, GP8000E, GP9200E and GP9500ETF portable generators with specific model numbers. Only units within the serial ranges Generac lists are included. They were sold from May 2025 through February 2026.
How do I know if my Generac portable generator is recalled?
Find the model and serial number on the label on the side of the unit. Enter them at generac.com/about/recalls/GP-Carburetor or call Generac at 800-396-9951, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
What is wrong with the recalled Generac generators?
When a recalled generator is first filled with gasoline, fuel can leak from the carburetor, posing a fire and burn hazard. Generac had received 114 reports of fuel leaks, and no injuries had been reported.
Can I still use my recalled Generac generator?
CPSC says to stop using it and check the model and serial number first. Units that have already been filled with enough gasoline to move the gauge off "E", or have been used without any leak, can continue to be used. A unit that hasn't been fueled yet, or that leaked after fueling, should be repaired free by a dealer.
Is the repair free?
Yes. The remedy is a free repair at the dealer's location. Contact your dealer to arrange it.
Are Generac standby generators included in the recall?
No standby models are named in the recall. The CPSC, Generac and Health Canada notices list only GP-series portable generators.
Was the recall also issued in Canada?
Yes. It is a joint recall with Health Canada, which reports 263 affected units sold in Canada and no incidents there as of March 31, 2026.
Sources
- U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Generac Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn and Fire Hazards (recall 26-407, April 16, 2026)
- Generac Power Systems, Portable Generator Fuel Leak recall notice, with serial ranges
- Health Canada, Generac portable generators recalled due to fire hazard (RA-81890, April 16, 2026)
- U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, What to Know: Generators and CO (CPSC 468)
- U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Generators and Engine-Driven Tools
All recall details were checked against these notices on October 3, 2026. Recall details can be updated, so confirm your unit with Generac's lookup before acting.