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DR Power Equipment Recalls DR Power Chipper Shredders Due to Laceration Hazard

Recall Date: 2023-09-21 Recalling Firm: Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin Record Ref: 9716

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This CPSC record concerns DR Power Equipment Recalls DR Power Chipper Shredders Due to Laceration Hazard and names Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin as the recalling firm. Use the source fields below to narrow the match, then verify the exact item and current remedy on the issuing-agency page.

  • Firm: Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin
  • Classification: Pieces of metal can come loose from inside the shr
  • Status: Ongoing
  • Recall date: 2023-09-21
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Product Description & Identification

This recall involves DR Power Equipment Chipper Shredders with model numbers CS35050BEN, CS35050BENR, CS35050BENSD, CS35150BEN, CS35150BENR, CS35150BENSD, CS35150DEN, CS45040DMN, CS45040DEN, CS45040DENR, CS45040DMNR, CS43030DMN and CS43030DMNR. For model numbers beginning CS3, the model number is on the side of the unit. For model numbers beginning CS4, the model and serial numbers are printed on a white label located on the base of the machine to the left of the engine manual start handle. The chippers were sold in orange and black with a funnel at the top to shred brush.

Reason for Recall / Hazard Identified

Hazard: Pieces of metal can come loose from inside the shredder's housing and be ejected, posing a laceration hazard. Also, the hopper can become detached from the shredder, posing a laceration hazard.. This recall involves DR Power Equipment Chipper Shredders with model numbers CS35050BEN, CS35050BENR, CS35050BENSD, CS35150BEN, CS35150BENR, CS35150BENSD, CS35150DEN, CS45040DMN, CS45040DEN, CS45040DENR, CS45040DMNR, CS43030DMN and CS43030DMNR. For model numbers beginning CS3, the model number is on the side of the unit. For model numbers beginning CS4, the model and serial numbers are printed on a white label located on the base of the machine to the left of the engine manual start handle. The chippers were sold in orange and black with a funnel at the top to shred brush.

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Consumer Action Recorded in the Source

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chipper shredders and contact DR Power Equipment to receive a full refund or a free repair including shipping.. DR Power at 800-550-4845 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@DRPower.com or online at http://lvtbrc.com/ or www.drpower.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Distribution & Affected States

Nationwide retail and online distribution

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Issuing agency
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Source ID
9716
Indexed update
2026-07-27 11:37:09 UTC
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