Northern Tool + Equipment Recalls Hot Water Pressure Washers Over Fire Hazard

Approximately 1,416 NorthStar hot water pressure washers are being recalled due to a potential fire hazard, according to a recent announcement from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recall affects three specific models: the NorthStar Gas Wet Steam and Hot Water Pressure Washer (item #157310), the NorthStar Gas Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer Skid (item #157594), and the NorthStar Trailer-Mounted Hot Water Commercial Pressure Washer (item #157595). These units were manufactured in the United States by Northern Tool + Equipment Manufacturing, based in Faribault, Minnesota.

The hazard stems from a potential failure of the fan wheel within the pressure washer. This malfunction can lead to abnormal burner operation, which may result in smoke or bursts of flames during use. The recall specifically targets units with a serial number containing a MONTHYEAR code between January 2025 (0125) and August 2025 (0825), and a burner date code between week 01 of 2025 and week 26 of 2025. Consumers can locate the item and serial numbers on a label affixed to the engine. The burner date code is found on a separate label, the placement of which varies by model. For the item #157310, this label is under the battery box. For item #157594, it is under the ball valve assembly, and for item #157595, it is located under the NorthStar logo.

Northern Tool + Equipment sold these affected pressure washers nationwide through their retail stores and online platforms, including NorthernTool.com, Amazon.com, Ebay.com, and GNEDI.com. Sales occurred between January 2025 and August 2025, with prices ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers who own one of the recalled pressure washers are urged to immediately cease using the equipment. Northern Tool + Equipment is offering a free repair service to address the fire hazard. Customers should contact Northern Tool + Equipment directly to schedule this repair. This can be done by calling toll-free at 888-518-0342 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. Alternatively, consumers can reach out via email at inquiry@northerntool.com or visit the company’s website at http://www.northerntool.com/recall-details-pw for more information and to schedule the repair. The repair will be performed by an authorized technician, either at a Northern Tool + Equipment service center or an authorized third-party servicer.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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