American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Honda portable generators

Date of Recall

2017-12-21

CPSC Release Number

18-072

Units

About 34,000

Distributor

American Honda Motor Company Inc., of Torrance, Calif.

Sold By

Authorized Honda Power Equipment dealers and Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2016 through November 2017 for about $1,150.

Problem/Hazard

The carburetor can leak gasoline, posing fire and burn hazards.

Injuries/Incidents

The firm has received 38 reports of fuel leakage from the generators. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Description

Remedy

Repair

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.

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