Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

12/28/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/28/2023 08:01

FNA Group Recalls Simpson Pressure Washers Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe’s

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  • Recalled Simpson pressure washer (Model PS61264)
  • Recalled Simpson pressure washer (Model PS61264)
  • Recalled Simpson pressure washer Model PS61264 - front view
  • Recalled Simpson pressure washer Model PS61264 - top view
  • Recalled Simpson pressure washer Model PS61264 - side view
  • Recalled Simpson pressure washer Model PS61264 - side view
Name of Product:
Simpson Gas Pressure Washers with Electric Start
Hazard:

The lithium battery in the electric start system can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
December 28, 2023
Units:

About 2,930

Consumer Contact

FNA Group Inc. toll-free at 866-733-8468 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected]or online at https://simpsoncleaning.com/voluntaryrecallor www.simpsoncleaning.comand click on the "Voluntary Recall" tab for more information.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Simpson Gas Pressure Washers with model number PS61264. The pressure washers are black in color. The Simpson logo, "Pro Series" and 4400 PSI are printed on the handle of the unit. The model number is printed on a silver label on the unit's frame.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas pressure washer and contact FNA Group Inc. for instructions on how to have their unit repaired free of charge at an authorized repair facility. The repair will replace the lithium battery in the electric start system with a sealed lead acid battery.

Incidents/Injuries:

FNA has received two reports of batteries in the pressure washer's electric start feature overheating and damaging the units. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:
Lowe's stores nationwide and at lowes.com from March 2023 through July 2023 for about $1,100.
Manufacturer(s):
FNA Group Inc., of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
24-070
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.

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