CPSC recall · Reported June 23, 2011
American Honda Recalls Portable Generators
The hazard labels attached to the batteries used on the generators are printed in Japanese instead of English. As a result, consumers handling the battery may not be able to adequ…
American Honda Motor Co. of Torrance, Calif. recalled Only portable generator model numbers EM4000SX, EM5000SXK3 and EM6500SXK2 with hazard lab….
American Honda Recalls Portable Generators was recalled by American Honda Motor Co. of Torrance, Calif. in June 23, 2011. Reason: The hazard labels attached to the batteries used on the generators are printed in Japanese instead of English…. Remedy: American Honda is contacting consumers and giving them the correct label. Consumers can e…. Verify recall #11744 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
American Honda Motor Co. of Torrance, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The hazard labels attached to the batteries used on the generators are printed in Japanese instead of English….
- None
- agency class
- June 23, 2011
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11744 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
Only portable generator model numbers EM4000SX, EM5000SXK3 and EM6500SXK2 with hazard labels printed in Japanese are affected. The word Honda and the model numbers are located on the side of the generator. The battery is located above the wheel. The model number and serial numbers are located on the generator frame. The recalled serial numbers are: Model Number Serial Number EM4000SX EBRC-1000015 to 1000518 EM5000SXK3 EBMC-1000005 to 1001184 EM6500SXK2 EBJC-1000017 to 1000857
Reason for recall
The hazard labels attached to the batteries used on the generators are printed in Japanese instead of English. As a result, consumers handling the battery may not be able to adequately avoid risks associated with the batteries.
Remedy, what to do
American Honda is contacting consumers and giving them the correct label. Consumers can either install the label themselves or contact a Honda dealer to install the label for free.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11744 |
| Date reported | June 23, 2011 |
| Date initiated | June 23, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | American Honda Motor Co. of Torrance, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 2,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
American Honda is contacting consumers and giving them the correct label. Consumers can either install the label themselves or co…
- Check the recall number (11744) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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