CPSC2017-12-21
American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
American Honda Motor Company Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Hazard
The carburetor can leak gasoline, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact a local authorized Honda Power Equipment service dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Sold at
Authorized Honda Power Equipment dealers and Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2016 through November 2017 for about $1,150.
Affected count
About 34,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received 38 reports of fuel leakage from the generators. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Honda portable generators
Consumer contact
American Honda toll-free at 888-888-3139 from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at https://powerequipment.honda.com/ and click on “Recalls and Updates” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/American-Honda-Recalls-Portable-Generators-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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