CPSCDecember 28, 2023

FNA Group Simpson Pressure Washers recall: Burn Hazard

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

Why was FNA Group Simpson Pressure Washers recalled?

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

What should I do if I have this product?

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. 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/voluntaryrecall or www.simpsoncleaning.com and click on the "Voluntary Recall" tab for more information.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Simpson Gas Pressure Washers with Electric Start
Company
FNA Group Inc., of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Quantity
About 2,930
Sold at
Lowe's stores nationwide and at lowes.com from March 2023 through July 2023 for about $1,100.
Recall date
December 28, 2023
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.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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