Maruyama U.S. Recalls Backpack Blowers and Mister Dusters Due to Fire Hazard

Gasoline-Powered Backpack Blowers and Mister Dusters

Date of Recall

2011-03-17

CPSC Release Number

11-175

Manufactured In

Japan

Units

About 18,000 in the United States and 750 in Canada

Importer

Maruyama U.S. Inc., of Denton, Texas

Sold By

Authorized service dealers nationwide from April 2008 through December 2010 for between $320 and $820.

Problem/Hazard

The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents

Maruyama has received 25 reports of leaking tanks. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves gasoline-powered blowers and mister dusters sold under the Maruyama brand name. Model numbers are printed on the product's recoil starter. Backpack blowers and mister dusters included in this recall have a white, translucent fuel tank. Model and serial numbers included in the recall are:

Model Number	Serial Number
BL5100CA	30821911 - 60922200
BL5100-SP	80924201 - 80924650
BL5100-HA	51021391 - 81021310
BL8200	50920961 - 80924200
BL8200-HA	70925031 - 90921910
BL8101	10921151 - 10922150
MD155DX-US	90922861 - 90924610
MD155DX-US	O0920231 - O0920530
MD155DX-CA2	O0920531 - O0921130
MD159D	60822621 - 80821300

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the nearest dealer for a free replacement fuel tank.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Maruyama toll-free at (866) 783-7400 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.maruyama-us.com

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