CPSC recall 21-760, announced July 8, 2021, covers Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) ECHO EGi-2300 Watt Generators (about 3,700 units). The unit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact ECHO for instructions on how to obtain a free repair. Recall contact: call 800-432-3246, or go to www.Echo-USA.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
This recall involves ECHO EGi-2300 Watt Generators with model number EGi-2300 and a serial number between EU19483D010001 through EU21021N010180.
Which products are included?
This recall involves ECHO EGi-2300 Watt Generators with model number EGi-2300 and a serial number between EU19483D010001 through EU21021N010180. The model and serial number is printed on the data label on the bottom left hand of the side panel. The generators are orange and black with "ECHO" and "EGi-2300" printed on the side.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The unit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Echo has received four reports of the generator overheating or catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact ECHO for instructions on how to obtain a free repair. ECHO is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China
- Product type
- Generators
- Recall number
- 21-760
- Units
- About 3,700
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent ECHO outdoor power equipment dealers nationwide and online at www.HomeDepot.com from February 2020 through June 2021 for about $850.
- Importer
- One World Technologies Inc, d/b/a Techtronic Industries Power Equipment (TTI), of Anderson, S.C.
Recall contact information
Echo at 800-432-3246 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.Echo-USA.com and click on Support-Help for more information.
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