Backpack Blowers Recalled by Homelite Due to Fire Hazard
Homelite Backpack Blowers
Date of Recall
2009-11-12CPSC Release Number
10-037Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 242-4672Units
About 85,000Distributor
Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.Sold By
Home Depot stores and various retailers of refurbished products including Direct Tools Factory Outlets, CPO Homelite, Gardner, Tap Enterprises, Isla Supply and Heartland America stores nationwide from September 2007 through October 2009 for between $90 and $140.Problem/Hazard
The fuel tank can leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
Homelite has received 18 reports of fuel tanks leaking gasoline including one report of minor skin irritation.Description
This recall involves the Homelite Mighty Lite backpack blowers. The blowers are red and black. The following models are affected by this recall:| Product Model | Manufacturing Date Codes Range |
|---|---|
| UT08580 | ATK1820001 through ATK3659999 |
| UT08580A |
ATL1530001 through ATL3669999 ATM0010001 through ATM1749999 |
Remedy
Consumers should stop using their backpack blowers immediately and contact Homelite for the closest dealer location to schedule a free fuel tank replacement.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Homelite Consumer Products, Inc. at (800) 242-4672 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.homelite.comRecall Comments
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