FNA Group Recalls Simpson Pressure Washers Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
Recalled 2023-12-28. Lithium battery hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 2,930Units
2023-12-28Recall date
YesInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- 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.
- The hazard
- The lithium battery in the electric start system can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
- 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.
- The 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.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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