Recall #11-744 · Published June 23, 2011

Portable Generator Battery

American Honda Recalls Portable Generators

CPSC published a recall notice for Portable Generator Battery from American Honda Motor Co. of Torrance, Calif. on June 23, 2011. CPSC identifies this hazard: 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. The official remedy states: 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.

Portable Generator Battery
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What to check on the product label

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Affected model numbers

EM4000SXEM5000SXK3EM6500SXK2
Additional identifying details

The model number and serial numbers are located on the generator frame.

Why it was recalled

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.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

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.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
American Honda Motor Co. of Torrance, Calif.
Recall number
11-744
Units
About 2,500
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Honda power equipment dealers nationwide from January 2011 to March 2011 for between $2,250 and $2,890.

Portable Generator Battery

CPSC product type: Portable Generators

Recall contact information

For more information, contact American Honda between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday toll-free at (888) 888-3139 or visit the firm's website at www.hondapowerequipment.com/products/recalls

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