Backpack Blowers Recalled by Homelite Due to Fire Hazard
Product 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. The model number and manufacturing date code are printed on the blower's data label which is located on the red plastic housing above the choke knob and adjacent to the fuel tank. Products with a green "dot" on the outside of the package or the letters "CA" embossed on the fuel tank are not included in the recall.
Reason for Recall
The fuel tank can leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using their backpack blowers immediately and contact Homelite for the closest dealer location to schedule a free fuel tank replacement.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
- Units Affected
- About 85,000
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