Shock and Electrocution Risk Prompts LANCHEZ Pressure Washer Recall 2026

A missing safety component built into hundreds of electric pressure washers has triggered a nationwide recall, with the manufacturer warning that consumers face a serious risk of injury or death from shock and electrocution. LANCHEZ, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, announced the recall on September 17, 2026, covering 329 units of its 3.2 GPM electric pressure washers.

The danger stems from a design flaw: the recalled units lack an integral ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI), a device meant to cut power instantly if it detects a current leak, such as when water and electricity mix. Making matters worse, the pressure washers were also built with an inadequate-length power cord, which the company says may encourage consumers to use an extension cord instead, further raising the risk of electric shock during use.

What Products Are Being Recalled?

The recall applies to LANCHEZ-branded electric pressure washers sold in blue-and-black or red-and-black color schemes. Each unit measures about 12.2 inches deep, 16.9 inches wide and 16.5 inches high, and came bundled with a 500 ml soap tank, four quick-disconnect nozzles and a 23-foot hose. The word ‘LANCHEZ’ appears on the front of the unit, while the model number ‘KLC-BULL135C’ is printed on a label near the handle on top of the machine. Only pressure washers missing the GFCI or the required cord length are subject to this recall.

The washers were sold online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com and Temu.com between February 2026 and June 2026, at prices ranging from $88 to $266. The products were imported by Ningbo Lanchez E-Commerce Co., Ltd. of China and manufactured in China.

Why Was This Recall Issued?

CPSC says it is aware of one report involving a unit missing its GFCI protection. No injuries have been reported to date in connection with the defect. Still, because electric shock and electrocution hazards can escalate quickly and without warning, especially with outdoor equipment used near water, the agency and LANCHEZ moved to pull the affected units from consumer use before any harm occurs.

Who Should Be Concerned

Anyone who purchased a LANCHEZ 3.2 GPM electric pressure washer bearing model number KLC-BULL135C from the listed online retailers during the sale window should check their unit immediately. Because these tools are commonly used outdoors, often around hoses, wet surfaces and grounded electrical outlets, the combination of a missing GFCI and a short cord poses a heightened risk for home users who may reach for an extension cord to complete their cleaning tasks.

What Should You Do?

Consumers should stop using the recalled pressure washer immediately. Do not attempt to continue using the unit with an extension cord or otherwise work around the missing safety feature.

• Unplug the pressure washer right away and do not use it again.
• Destroy the unit by cutting the power cord in half, which is required before a refund is issued.
• Take a clear photo of the destroyed power washer that shows the model number on the label.
• Email the photo to service@lanchezpumps.com, or visit https://www.amazon.com/lanchez and select ‘Product Recalls’ at the top of the page.
• Dispose of the destroyed unit responsibly once the refund process is confirmed.

LANCHEZ is offering a full refund to all consumers who complete these steps.

Official Statement

According to the recall notice, the hazard is described plainly: ‘The recalled pressure washers lack an integral ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI) and an adequate-length power cord, which may encourage use of an extension cord, posing serious risks of injury or death from shock and electrocution hazards.’ The recall is filed under CPSC recall number 26-779.

Consumers with questions can reach LANCHEZ directly by email at service@lanchezpumps.com or through the company’s Amazon storefront. Anyone who experiences an incident involving this or any other consumer product is encouraged to report it at www.SaferProducts.gov.