Valsi Corporation Recall of Generators with Plastic Fuel Tanks For Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #06537
Recall Date
2006-03-22
Manufacturer
Corporativo Valsi S.A de C.V, Guadalajara, Mexico
Units Affected
About 900
Products Involved
Valsi Single Phase Portable Generators
Hazard
The fuel tanks can crack and leak fuel, posing a risk of fires and burn injuries.
Remedy
Valsi is directly notifying those consumers who purchased affected generators. Consumers should stop using their generators immediately and contact a Valsi dealer or Valsi customer service to make arrangements to have a replacement gas tank installed at no cost to the consumer.
Reported Injuries
There have been 67 reports of fuel tank leaks. There have been no reported injuries.
Sold At
Wal-Mart stores in Florida Gulf coast region; Highway Equipment and Supply, Orlando, FL; and Florida Department of Transportation, Orlando, FL sold these generators from September 2004 through August 2005 for between $400 and $900.
Manufactured In
Mexico
Full Recall Description
The Valsi "G" model G38MG0750RV, G42MG0750RV, G55MG0900RV, and G65MG1100RV are portable generators with black plastic fuel tank, full lifting frame, and side control panel. The recalled generators are black with blue label and have "Valsi Generator" printed on the label.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28