Product description
Petrol engine powered portable generator
See a list of details to help identify the product
Reason the product is recalled
Affected units may develop cracks around the fuel tank outlet hose nipple, which can result in fuel leakage.
The hazards to consumers
Fuel leakage presents a fire risk.
What consumers should do
Owners should immediately cease using models G1100 & G1700i and contact Makita (Australia) PTY LTD on 1300 361 690 between 8 am and 5 pm (EST) to arrange a free-of-charge modification. Spare parts will be available from 15 November 2010.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Makita (Australia) PTY LTD
Who sold the product
Specialist retail stores
Identifying product features
Model G1100 and model G1700i
Identifying numbers
Other identifying numbers
Model G1100 and model G1700i
Dates available for sale
-
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2010/12109 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
