Craftsman sprayers

7 reports to CPSC, the latest made Oct 28, 2025. A report isn’t a recall.

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At a glance

From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.

7reports to CPSC
Oct 28, 2025the latest report was made
Jun 4, 2012the earliest
5with the company’s comments

Brand: Craftsman
Makers: Sears Holdings Management Corporation, FNA Group Inc and Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: SprayersCPSC’s product type: Sprayers, Not Elsewhere Classified (code 888), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Tools & Hardware

By month

1 report from November 2024 to October 2025; the most in October 2025, 1. 6 earlier reports, since June 2012, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
October 2025	1
September 2024	1
March 2023	1
June 2020	1
April 2017	1
October 2012	1
June 2012	1

How badly anyone was hurt

First aid 3 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
No one hurt 3 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
No incident, no one hurt 1 CPSC: No Incident, No Injury

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

No one hurt
Made Oct 28, 2025, sent to the company Nov 25, 2025, published by CPSC Dec 10, 2025

The product, in the report: Craftsmen Pressure washer with Honda Model GCV200 Gas Powered Engine

I have a Honda Engine powered Pressure Washer that is a Safety Hazard. When attempting to start the engine with the pull robe, the starter robe suddenly retracts, posing an injury hazard. The Engine Model Number is GCV200, Serial Number GJAVA1327825. I am aware of a Honda recall, Number 24-220, that is for this model engine. The recall is for Pressure Washers sold between June 2022 to August 2023. My pressure washer was purchased in July of 2022. I contacted American about this Safety Issue and they said my Serial Number Engine in not included in this recall. Upon contacting a Honda Authorized Repair Shop, I was informed my machine exhibits all the same symptoms of the improperly manufactured camshafts mentioned in product recall 24-220. I believe Honda needs to expand the Recall list to include these earlier S/N Engines. The shop estimated the cost to me would be in excess of three hundred dollars for them to accomplish this recall and repair my engine without the approval of American Honda.

Model
CMXGWFN061126
UPC
36893 40582
Serial number
GJAVA132825
Bought from
Ace Hardware
Bought
Jul 12, 2022
Where
Rome, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 67, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Craftsman, made or sold by FNA Group Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(12/10/2025) FNA Group Inc: FNA Group, Inc. (“FNA”) takes product safety concerns very seriously. FNA has not had the opportunity to inspect the product at issue in this report and, therefore, cannot form a belief as to the root cause of the incident. However, as the consumer (the “Consumer”) who filed this report notes, the incident involved an issue with the Honda model GCV 200 engine on his Craftsman pressure washer. Honda provides an engine warranty that is separate and distinct from the warranty provided by FNA for the rest of the Craftsman pressure washer utilized by the Consumer. Additionally, Honda directs consumers to Honda’s (not FNA’s) authorized repair shops for all engine warranty and repair work. As noted in the Consumer’s report, the Consumer has contacted Honda and is working with Honda to rectify the situation. FNA builds all its products, including its pressure washers, spray guns and hoses, to the highest industry standards for quality and safety, including UL standard 60335-2-79. FNA stands behind the quality of all its products and places a premium on the safety of its customers. FNA encourages consumers with any concerns regarding its products to contact us at 1-877-362-4271 and / or cservice@fna-group.com.

CPSC report 20251028-F8AAB-2147326757. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Sep 19, 2024, sent to the company Sep 24, 2024, published by CPSC Oct 8, 2024

The product, in the report: CRAFTSMAN 3100 PSI at 2.4-GPM 3100 PSI 2.4-GPM Cold Water Gas Pressure Washer with 4 Spray Tips

The Craftsman CMXGWFN061255 Pressure Washer has an exposed muffler without protection. I suffered a bad burn on my arm by accidentally coming into contact with the muffler and damaged the hose when it came into contact with the muffler.

Model
CMXGWFN061255
Bought from
Lowes
Bought
Jul 1, 2024, about then
Where
Ramona, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 72, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Craftsman, made or sold by FNA Group Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/8/2024) FNA Group Inc: FNA takes product safety concerns very seriously and we are sorry to hear about this incident. FNA has not had the opportunity to investigate this incident or to examine the Craftsman model CMXGWFN061255 pressure washer unit at issue (the “Unit”) utilized by the claimant (the “Claimant”), who claims to have sustained a burn injury to his arm when he “accidentally” caused his arm to come into contact with the hot engine muffler surface area of the Unit. FNA notes that the engine muffler on the Unit is shielded by a protective engine muffler guard, which is clearly marked with multiple “HOT” warnings, including a depiction of a hand approaching a hot surface. See Exhibit 1 which contains a photo of the warnings on the Unit. The Craftsman Unit’s operator’s manual warns about “HOT” surfaces such as the Unit’s engine’s exhaust, stating “WARNING: RISK OF HOT SURFACES” and depicting a drawing of a hand near a hot surface. A copy of the Craftsman operator’s manual is attached as Exhibit 2 (see page 9). The manual also states “Contact with hot surfaces, such as engines exhaust components, could result in serious burns” and “During operation, touch only the control surfaces of the pressure washer.” (see page 9). Additionally, the manual warns that engine muffler exhaust heat can cause property damage and directs the user to keep items at least 4 feet away from the engine muffler (see page 7). Furthermore, at pages 4 and 11, the Craftsman Unit’s operator’s manual warns and directs users to read both the Craftsman Unit’s operator’s manual and the CRX engine operator’s manual before starting the pressure washer. Finally, the CRX engine operator’s manual (at page 3) also contains a warning about engine heat, stating “WARNING: HOT SURFACE. Running engines produce heat. Severe burns can occur on contact. DO NOT touch engine while operating or just after stopping. Avoid contact with hot exhaust gasses. Maintain at least three feet of clearance on all sides to ensure adequate cooling.” The CRX engine operator’s manual is attached as Exhibit 3. The Claimant’s injury was likely caused by his own admittedly accidental actions, which were contrary to (1) directions and warnings contained in the Craftsman Unit’s operator’s manual that came with the Unit, (2) the warnings contained in the CRX engine operator’s manual which came with the Unit, and (3) the clear warnings on the Unit itself. FNA builds all its products, including its pressure washers, to the highest industry standards for quality and safety, including UL standard 60335-2-79. FNA has not received another CPSC injury complaint for a Craftsman pressure washer with the circumstances reported by the Claimant. FNA stands behind the quality of all its products and places a premium on the safety of its customers.

CPSC report 20240919-36409-2147336435. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No incident, no one hurt
Made Mar 21, 2023, sent to the company Mar 24, 2023, published by CPSC Apr 10, 2023

The product, in the report: CRAFTSMAN Electric Pressure Washer, Cold Water, 1700-PSI, 1.2-GPM, Corded (CMEPW1700)

CRAFTSMAN Electric Pressure Washer (CMEPW1700) began to smoke and catch fire during use.

Model
CMEPW1700
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Mar 12, 2023
Where
Indianapolis, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 37, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
No Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20230321-EAB28-2147348577. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Jun 4, 2020, sent to the company Jul 10, 2020, published by CPSC Jul 24, 2020

The product, in the report: 3000psi gas power pressure washer made by Craftsman. It has a Briggs and Stratton motor.

This unit has a design flaw that has injured me two times in the first two times I used this pressure washer. The defect is in the handle you hold. The safety switch that locks the trigger is made so that if right handed, the natural digit to push it with is the thumb. When the switch protrudes out the opposite side when engaged it is sharp and cuts the index finger. I have had blood dripping both times and finally figured out the cause described above. I have a picture.

Model
CMXGWAS020734
UPC
1167520734
Serial number
4001368165
Bought from
Lowes, Indiana
Bought
May 31, 2020
Where
Shelbyville, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 59, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

CPSC report 20200604-23C05-2147371909. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 12, 2017, sent to the company Jun 12, 2017, published by CPSC Jun 26, 2017

The product, in the report: This is a gas engine power washer sold by Sears in Canada under Craftsman brand and being equipped with a Briggs and Stratton engine. The washer was manufactured in United States and it was bought brand new. The machine colour is red with a tan frame and black wheels.

This is a very serious safety issue concerning a Briggs and Stratton power washer engine. My power washer was purchased at Sears , in Canada, under the Craftsman brand equipped with a Briggs and Stratton engine . The washer was purchased on Dec 14/2014 and used so far no more than 10 times, only for domestic purposes. On Apr 9/2017 I tried to use the washer, it took a while to start, much longer than usual. After about two minutes of usage, the engine exploded with a very loud bang an a cloud of black smoke.. Fragments of very sharp metal were spread around on the deck, together with hot oil. Only the fact that my BBQ was between myself and the power washer saved me of being hit with those very sharp metal fragments. When the smoke went away, I looked closely at the machine and I noticed a big hole on the side of the engine block, about 4 inches in diameter. We are talking about a power washer working perfectly fine just one week ago. The washer was stored over the winter in our sun room, cover with a protection cover, with a temperature way above freezing level. During the storage the gas tank was emptied and anti freeze fluid was added. I definitely believe that Briggs and Stratton and Sears should issue a recall notice for all of these engines or at least a warning to the customers who bought machines equipped with this type of engine. I find it very disturbing that an appliance used only several times a year could potentially hurt people, not only the users but also the families around them, children, pets etc. Not to mention the potential of the windows broken or other damages to the property. I would like to know what is your official position regarding this and if you have prior complains about similar issues.

Model
C950.672140
UPC
011675205317
Serial number
1403225649876/1021752479
Bought from
Sears Canada
Bought
Dec 14, 2014
Where
coquitlam, Canada: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 54, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/12/2017) Sears Holdings Management Corporation: Sears Holdings takes product safety issues very seriously. We investigate each CPSC database incident report. We encourage our customers to provide additional information about incidents to our Customer Care Network, by calling (800) 479-6351.

CPSC report 20170411-EA81F-2147404482. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Oct 7, 2012, sent to the company Oct 16, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 30, 2012

The product, in the report: Craftsman Electric Pressure Washer 1800 PSI

Craftsman 1800 PSI Electric Pressure Washer Model # 580.752020. On the handle that is used to rewind the pressure hose it has a knuckle so one may store it and not have it protrude out. The issue is the handle must be out to rewind and there is a major PINCH POINT. It pinches right in the web on hand between thumb and index finger. Every time I use this washer and while rewinding it I try to be aware of this pinch point then the washer moves and bang it tears the skin up causing bleeding. This happens all the time not just a one time deal as reflected in incident date.

Model
580.752020
Bought from
Sears, Minnesota
Bought
Jul 8, 2008
Where
Cottage Grove, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 65, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/16/2012) Sears Holdings Management Corporation: Sears Holdings takes product safety issues very seriously. We investigate each CPSC database incident report. We encourage our customers to provide additional information about incidents to our Customer Care Network, by calling 800-549-4505.

CPSC report 20121007-384A6-2147463044. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 4, 2012, sent to the company Jun 11, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 25, 2012

The product, in the report: electric pressure washer

Sears Craftsman Pressure Washer model 580.760002 serial 5832954 - was in use pressure washing exterior wood deck. About 1/2 hour into continuous use and the pump housing began to smoke. Unplugged device and smoke increased. Housing and handle were extremely hot to the touch. Did best I could to spray water inside housing through vent openings. When smoke stopped I removed housing to examine pump. Once housing opened a disk shaped fan blade fell out. It appears this fan blade was supposed to be fitted in rear cowling of electric motor and it came loose causing the overheat. Several components of electric motor are scored and blackened. Portions of motor housing are melted as well.

Model
580.760002
Serial number
5832954
Bought from
sears, Illinois
Bought
Jan 1, 2002, about then
Where
Richmond, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 45, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/11/2012) Sears Holdings Management Corporation: Sears Holdings takes product safety issues very seriously. We investigate each CPSC database incident report. We encourage our customers to provide additional information about incidents to our Customer Care Network, by calling 800-549-4505.

CPSC report 20120604-AC0E4-2147466956. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

CPSC’s disclaimer

Disclaimer: CPSC does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the contents of the Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database on SaferProducts.gov, particularly with respect to information submitted by people outside of CPSC.

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Sources

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, SaferProducts.gov public database export.

Released Oct 25, 2026 and checked Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.

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Craftsman sprayers

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