Northern Tool & Equipment Recalls Powerhorse Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2021-02-24). Hazards: electric shock. Models: 799215. About 3,640 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 21086 |
| Published | 2021-02-24 |
| Last updated | 2021-02-24 |
| Products | Northern Tool & Equipment Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generators |
| Firm named in the title | Northern Tool & Equipment |
| Firms | Northern Tool & Equipment Company Inc., of Burnsville, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 3,640 |
| Model numbers | 799215 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Northern Tool & Equipment stores nationwide and online at www.northerntool.com from July 2016 through September 2020 for about $1,850. |
Description
This recall involves Northern Tool & Equipment Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator Model #799215. The gasoline generator is blue with white Powerhorse logos, a black frame and two wheels. Powerhorse 13000ES is printed in white on the top front. Serial numbers for the recalled generators are listed in the chart below. The serial number is located on the lower left of the frame. Model Number Model Description Serial Number Range 799215 Powerhorse 13,000-Watt Generator 2016 Units: 205160001 - 211160248 2017 Units: 210170001 - 211170248 2018 Units: 206180001 - 211180124 2019 Units: 208190001 - 211190124 2020 Units: 203020001 - 208200124
Hazard
The portable generators have a wiring error which can result in an electrical shock to users.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Northern Tool & Equipment to schedule a free repair by an authorized dealer.
Incidents and injuries
NTE has received one report of an incorrect wiring connection. No injuries have been reported.
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