Recall #13-042 · Published November 15, 2012

Portable Generators

American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

CPSC published a recall notice for Portable Generators from American Honda Motor Co. Inc. on November 15, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: The generator's fuel hose can leak, posing fire and burn hazards. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Honda Portable Generator
Honda Portable Generator
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Affected model numbers

EU2000I2000I
Additional identifying details

This recall involves Honda gasoline-powered portable generators with model number EU2000i and serial numbers EAAJ-2260273 through EAAJ-2485025.

Why it was recalled

The generator's fuel hose can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.

Incidents and injuries

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

Official remedy

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

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
13-042
Units
About 150,600
Manufactured in
Japan
Sold at / sales period
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.
Distributor
American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.

Portable Generators

CPSC product type: Generators

Recall contact information

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.

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Models
EM4000SXEM5000SXK3+1 more