Honda Portable Generators recall

Affected products

Honda Portable Generator

Product description

This recall involves the Honda Portable Generator, Model EG2800i. The generator has a red front cover and black metal frame.  The words “HONDA” in white lettering and model number “EG2800i” in white lettering with a red outline are printed on the front of the generator (black control panel). The product is intended to be an additional power supply for consumers.

Hazard identified

The generator can leak fuel, posing a potential burn and fire hazard.

As of January 17, 2018, the company has received no reports of incidents or injury in Canada.

Number sold

Approximately 960 units of the affected products were sold in Canada.

Time period sold

The affected product was sold from October 2017 to November 2017.

Place of origin

Manufactured in USA.

What you should do

Consumers who have purchased a Honda Portable Generator should contact Honda Canada Inc. to determine if they have the affected product.  Honda Canada Inc. will perform an inspection of the product and replace the part as necessary.

For more information, consumers may contact Honda Canada Inc. by telephone at 1-888-946-6329, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. EST or online.

For more information on the recall visit http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2018/65752r-eng.php