FOTING Pressure Washers Recalled Over Electrocution Risk
The CPSC warns that these devices lack essential safety features, creating a severe risk of shock or death.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Home Cleaning
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a formal warning against using FOTING pressure washers. The products lack critical safety protections and have not been included in an acceptable recall by the manufacturer, Success Way Ltd.
Why it matters
These tools pose a significant risk of death or serious injury from electrocution and electric shock. The hazard stems from design failures that could affect anyone operating the equipment at home.
FOTING pressure washers sold for $85 to $266 across major online platforms lack necessary safety components. Success Way Ltd. has currently not agreed to a formal or acceptable recall process.
The players
Consumer Product Safety Commission
The federal agency tasked with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products.
Success Way Ltd.
The China-based manufacturer of the FOTING pressure washer line that has not yet reached a recall agreement with federal regulators.
The details
The devices are dangerous because they lack an integrated immersion protection device or GFCI on or near the power plug. Additionally, the units were manufactured with power cords of inadequate length, which compromises their safety during operation. These defects prevent the device from safely de-energizing in the event of water exposure.
Timeline
September 29, 2026: The CPSC issued a formal warning regarding FOTING pressure washers.
The Home Front
This warning highlights ongoing gaps in safety oversight for portable tools sold via third-party digital marketplaces. It follows a pattern of regulatory scrutiny applied to non-compliant equipment that fails to meet baseline domestic electrical standards.
Stop using your FOTING pressure washer immediately to avoid the risk of electrocution. You should check the product against your purchase history on platforms like Amazon, Walmart, or Wayfair and utilize official channels to report product defects to CPSC if you own one.
The takeaway
The lack of GFCI protection creates an immediate danger when water and electricity are in close proximity. Always verify that your power tools include certified immersion protection, and if you own a FOTING device, disconnect it from power immediately.
Further reading
For more guidance on keeping your equipment safe, visit our guide to Home Cleaning.
More information
To review the full safety notice or file a report, visit SaferProducts.gov.
Source note: This article includes information reported by MyParisTexas.
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