American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

The generator's fuel hose can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.

Recall #: 13042
Affected scope: About 150,600

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif. recalled This recall involves Honda gasoline-powered portable generators with model number EU2000i….

American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled by American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif. in November 15, 2012. Reason: The generator's fuel hose can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact the nearest H…. Verify recall #13042 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The generator's fuel hose can leak, posing fire and burn hazards..

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agency class: November 15, 2012
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13042 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.

Product description

This recall involves Honda gasoline-powered portable generators with model number EU2000i and serial numbers EAAJ-2260273 through EAAJ-2485025. The generators are black and red in color or have a camouflage design. They measure about 20 inches long by 11 ½ inches wide by 16 ½ inches tall. "Honda," "EU converter" and the model number 2000i are printed on the side of the generator. "Companion" is printed on the side of some EU2000i models. The serial number is located on the lower right side, rear corner of the generator.

Reason for recall

The generator's fuel hose can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	13042
Date reported	November 15, 2012
Date initiated	November 15, 2012
Recalling firm	American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Affected scope	About 150,600
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

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule …

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The generator's fuel hose can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 15, 2012. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 13042.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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