American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

This recall involves Honda portable gasoline generators with model numbers EB2800i and EG2800i. The recalled portable generators have a red front cover and a black metal frame. The EB2800i has a silver-colored control panel and the EG2800i has a black-colored control panel. "HONDA" and the generator model number are printed on the control panel. The serial number is located on a lower black metal frame towards the rear of the generator. The following model numbers, serial numbers and production date ranges are included in this recall: Model Serial Number Range Production Date Range EB2800i EAAA -1000037 thru 1015421 2016/07/31 -2017/09/19 EG2800i EABA -2000047 thru 2020152 2016/07/29 -2017/09/20. Recalled by American Honda Motor Company Inc., of Torrance, Calif.. Units affected: About 34,000.

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

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

This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 21, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18072.