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CPSCRecalled Nov 12, 2009 · #10037

Backpack Blowers Recalled by Homelite Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard

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

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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.

Product details

Product
Homelite Backpack Blowers
Type
Blowers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UT08580, ATK1820001, ATK3659999, UT08580A, ATL1530001, ATL3669999, ATM0010001, ATM1749999
UPCs
Sold at
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.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using their backpack blowers immediately and contact Homelite for the closest dealer location to schedule a free fuel tank replacement.

View the official CPSC notice