ECHO EGi-2300 Watt Generators Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Manufactured by TTI (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 21760 · announced July 8, 2021 · Techtronic Industries (dongguan) Co · 3,700 units affected
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.
The hazard
The unit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
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. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Echo has received four reports of the generator overheating or catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Independent ECHO outdoor power equipment dealers nationwide and online at www.HomeDepot.com from February 2020 through June 2021 for about $850.
Consumer 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.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.