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Product recall · CPSCJuly 8, 2021Serious
ECHO EGi-2300 Watt Generators
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The unit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact ECHO for instructions on how to obtain a free repair. ECHO is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Echo at 800-432-3246 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.Echo-USA.com and click on Support-Help for more information.
The product
This recall involves ECHO EGi-2300 Watt Generators with model number EGi-2300 and a serial number between EU19483D010001 through EU21021N010180. The model and serial number is printed on the data label on the bottom left hand of the side panel. The generators are orange and black with "ECHO" and "EGi-2300" printed on the side.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,700
- Recall date
- July 8, 2021
- Brand
- Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China, One World Technologies Inc, d/b/a Techtronic Industries Power Equipment (TTI), of Anderson, S.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Echo has received four reports of the generator overheating or catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
EGi-2300
Independent ECHO outdoor power equipment dealers nationwide and online at www.HomeDepot.com from February 2020 through June 2021 for about $850.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “ECHO EGi-2300 Watt Generators Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Manufactured by TTI (Recall Alert)”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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