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Tools & Hardware/Generators & Engines

Northern Tool & Equipment Recalls Powerhorse Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard

Agency Publication Date: February 24, 2021
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Summary

Northern Tool & Equipment has recalled about 3,640 Powerhorse 13000ES portable generators due to a wiring error that poses an electrical shock hazard. This recall involves the 13,000-watt gasoline-powered generator, which is blue with white logos, a black frame, and two wheels. Consumers should stop using the generator immediately and contact Northern Tool & Equipment for a free repair; see the Affected Products section for a full list of serial numbers.

Risk

The generator has an incorrectly wired receptacle which can result in an electrical shock to users. While there is one report of an incorrect wiring connection, no injuries have been reported.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your generator to see if it is a Powerhorse 13000ES model #799215. The serial number is located on the lower left of the frame. Compare your unit's serial number against the following ranges: 2016 units: 205160001 - 211160248; 2017 units: 210170001 - 211170248; 2018 units: 206180001 - 211180124; 2019 units: 208190001 - 211190124; 2020 units: 203020001 - 208200124.
  2. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Northern Tool & Equipment to schedule a free repair by an authorized dealer.
  3. For assistance, contact Powerhorse Product Support toll-free at 866-443-2576 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit www.northerntool.com and click on 'Recall Products', or visit https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/help_product-recalls.
  4. For additional questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 or visit www.cpsc.gov.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Northern Tool & Equipment to schedule a free repair by an authorized dealer.

Contact: Powerhorse Product Support toll-free at 866-443-2576 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.northerntool.com and click on "Recall Products" for more information or https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/help_product-recalls.

Affected Products

Product: Northern Tool & Equipment Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator
Model:
799215
Lot Numbers:
2016 Units: 205160001 - 211160248
2017 Units: 210170001 - 211170248
2018 Units: 206180001 - 211180124
2019 Units: 208190001 - 211190124
2020 Units: 203020001 - 208200124
Date Ranges: Sold from July 2016 through September 2020

Product Images

Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator

Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator

Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator - side view

Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator - side view

Close-up of Receptacles on Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator

Close-up of Receptacles on Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator

Location of L5-30R Receptacle and Serial Number

Location of L5-30R Receptacle and Serial Number

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 21086
Status: Active
Sold By: Northern Tool & Equipment stores nationwide and online at www.northerntool.com from July 2016 through September 2020 for about $1,850.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 3,640
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Northern Tool & Equipment Company Inc., of Burnsville, Minn.
Contact: Powerhorse Product Support toll-free at 866-443-2576 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.northerntool.com and click on "Recall Products" for more information or https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/help_product-recalls.
Agency Last Updated: February 24, 2021

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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