Northern Tool & Equipment Recalls Powerhorse Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard
Recalled 2021-02-24. Electric shock hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 3,640Units
2021-02-24Recall date
YesInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- 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
- The hazard
- The portable generators have a wiring error which can result in an electrical shock to users.
- Injuries
- NTE has received one report of an incorrect wiring connection. No injuries have been reported.
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Northern Tool & Equipment to schedule a free repair by an authorized dealer.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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