Northern Tool & Equipment Recalls Powerhorse Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard
CPSC recall 21086. Recall date: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The portable generators have a wiring error which can result in an electrical shock to users.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Northern Tool & Equipment to schedule a free repair by an authorized dealer.
CPSC recall 21086 has the recall date 24 Feb 2021. The notice names the firm Northern Tool & Equipment. The recall has about 3,640 units. The median CPSC recall of 2021 has 7,850 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Electric shock.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | NTE has received one report of an incorrect wiring connection. No injuries have been reported. |
|---|---|
| Units | 3,640 |
| Remedy options | Repair |
| 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 |
| Product | Northern Tool & Equipment Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generators, About 3,640 |
| Sold at | Northern Tool & Equipment stores nationwide and online at www.northerntool.com from July 2016 through September 2020 for about $1,850. |
| Importer | Northern Tool & Equipment Company Inc |
| Made in | China |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 3,640Median of 2021: 7,850
- CPSC recalls of 2021
- 219
- Recalls of 2021 with one of the same hazards
- 4%
- Recalls on the register that name Northern Tool & Equipment
- 4
Other recalls of the firm
| Date | Recall |
|---|---|
| 16 Jan 2025 | Northern Tool + Equipment Recalls Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests Due to Fall Hazard |
| 7 Nov 2007 | Northern Tool & Equipment Recalls "Big Red" Wagons Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard |
| 12 Sep 2002 | CPSC, Northern Tool & Equipment Announce Recall of Air Compressors |
Official channels
- CPSC recall notice 21086The notice on the CPSC site, with the pictures and the contact of the firm.
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Cite this page
Recall Register. CPSC recall 21086. https://recallregister.com/product/9004-northern-tool-equipment-recalls-powerhorse-portable-generators-due-to/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 21086 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
NTE has received one report of an incorrect wiring connection. No injuries have been reported.
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Northern Tool & Equipment stores nationwide and online at www.northerntool.com from July 2016 through September 2020 for about $1,850.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 21086?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
Repair
- How many units are in CPSC recall 21086?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 3,640