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American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Recall 13-042 · November 15, 2012 · American Honda

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
13-042 (CPSC)
Recall date
November 15, 2012
Brand
American Honda
Category
Tools, lawn and garden
Products
Portable Generators
Hazard
Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 150,600
Made in
Japan
Last updated by CPSC
January 13, 2015

What was recalled

This recall involves Honda gasoline-powered portable generators with model number EU2000i and serial numbers EAAJ-2260273 through EAAJ-2485025. The generators are black and red in color or have a camouflage design. They measure about 20 inches long by 11 ½ inches wide by 16 ½ inches tall. "Honda," "EU converter" and the model number 2000i are printed on the side of the generator. "Companion" is printed on the side of some EU2000i models. The serial number is located on the lower right side, rear corner of the generator.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Portable Generators · About 150,600 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Honda Power Equipment dealers, Camping World, Gander Mountain, Grainger, Hertz Rental, John Deere, National Pump and Compressor, Northern Tool, Scheels Sporting, Sportsman's Warehouse, Sunbelt Rentals, True Value, United Rentals, White Cap and Wholesale Sports store nationwide and online from October 2011 through September 2012 for between $1,150 and $1,400.; American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

Honda is aware of four incidents of fuel leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

American Honda; Phone toll-free (888) 888-3139, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at http://powerequipment.honda.com and click on "Recalls and Updates" under "Service and Support" for more information.

Recall history and context

American Honda appears in 26 CPSC recalls on record. See all American Honda recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 83 recalls in the tools, lawn and garden category, 8 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Portable Generators (About 150,600 units). This recall involves Honda gasoline-powered portable generators with model number EU2000i and serial numbers EAAJ-2260273 through EAAJ-2485025.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and Burn Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 13, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.