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Walk-Behind Leaf Vacuums and Tow-Behind Leaf Vacuums Recall
Issued January 8, 2026 · Generac Power Systems Inc. · 602,501,023,572,002,000 units affected
In January 2026, Generac Power Systems Inc. recalled the Walk-Behind Leaf Vacuums and Tow-Behind Leaf Vacuums, a moderate home recall reported by the CPSC. Affected owners are eligible for a repair. Here is what the hazard is and exactly what to do about it.
Compiled by Maya Ellison, RecallCheckr
What this means for you
Pieces from the recalled leaf vacuums can come loose inside the unit, or debris can pierce the chute, resulting in material ejecting and posing a laceration hazard to users and bystanders.
What you should do
- 1 Keep using Walk-Behind Leaf Vacuums and Tow-Behind Leaf Vacuums only as advised. See the remedy below.
- 2 Set it aside where it won't be used by mistake.
- 3 Contact Generac Power Systems Inc. to arrange your repair. See the official notice below for contact details.
- 4 Keep the product until your remedy is fully processed. You may need it.
Official remedy (Repair): Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf vacuums and contact DR Power for a free repair kit that includes a metal outer shield to be bolted onto the existing chute of the recalled leaf vacuums and installation instructions. Consumers can contact DR Power for information and assistance on making the repair. Consumers who responded to the original recall should nevertheless contact DR Power for the new remedy.
Recall details
- Brand
- Generac Power Systems Inc.
- Category
- Home
- Recall date
- January 8, 2026
- Units affected
- 602,501,023,572,002,000
- Sold at
- Independent power equipment stores nationwide and online at drpower.com from September 2014 through June 2025 for between $1,300 and $4,000.
- Recall number
- CPSC-26166
- Made in
- United States
- Issuing agency
- CPSC
In context
- Generac Power Systems Inc. has 7 recalls in our database.
- We're tracking 138 Home recalls in our database.
- 602,501,023,572,002,000 units is enough to reach millions of US homes.
- This is the 17th Home recall we've logged in 2026.