Honda Recall 2019: Portable Generators Recalled For Fire And Burn Hazards

American Honda Motor Co. (HMC), a North American subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., has recalled multiple portable generator models for a possible fire and burn hazard. The recall affects approximately 200,000 units sold nationwide.

Honda is recalling the EB2200i, EU2200i Companion, and EB2200i portable generator models that were sold with a red or camo cover. They feature the Honda name and the model number on the control panel of the generator. The serial number of the units is located on the lower corner of the side panel of the generator. Recalled serial numbers can be viewed here.

The recalled generators may contain screw that assembles the fuel value that can come loose and leak gasoline. If gasoline or gasoline vapors leak, a fire or explosion can occur, Honda said. Owners of the generators may notice a strong smell before, during or after operation or a fuel leak underneath the generator.

The affected generators were sold at authorized Honda dealers, Home Depot, and other home improvement stores as well as online from February 2018 to February 2019. Owners should check their generator for the affected serial number and stop using the generator if it has been recalled. The generators should be repaired by an authorized Honda dealer.

Consumers will be notified by Honda of the recall. If the portable generator is not registered, consumers can call American Honda at 1-888-888-3139 from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday.

Honda has conducted the recall in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Shares of Honda were down 0.73 percent as of 2:31 p.m. ET on Monday.