American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Active Recall Announced November 15, 2012 CPSC #13042

Quick answer

American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards is CPSC recall #13042, announced on November 15, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact the nearest honda power equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.. Affected brand: American Honda Motor Co. Inc..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Portable Generators

Recalled brands

American Honda Motor Co. Inc.

Remedy

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

Recall date

November 15, 2012

Categories

Generators

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #13042?

CPSC recall #13042 covers American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on November 15, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #13042?

The CPSC remedy for recall #13042 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact the nearest honda power equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/American-Honda-Recalls-Portable-Generators-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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