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CPSCRecalled Feb 23, 2012 · #12118

ECHO Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard

The fuel line between the fuel tank and carburetor could have been damaged during assembly leading to fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard.

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Description

This recall involves two models of the ECHO 2-cycle gas powered backpack blowers. The 25.4 cc blowers are orange and black in color and "ECHO" is printed on the pull starter housing and blower tube. Model numbers are on a label near the pull starter handle. Serial numbers are on a label near the gas filler cap. Models and corresponding serial numbers included in this recall: Model Serial Numbers PB-265L P093121 35519 through P093121 50152 PB-265L P078110 20732 through P078110 22309

Product details

Product
Gas Powered Backpack Blower
Type
Leaf Blowers
Manufacturer
ECHO Inc., of Lake Zurich, Ill.
Model numbers
265L, P093121, 35519, 50152, P078110, 20732, 22309
UPCs
Sold at
Home Depot and authorized ECHO dealers from August 2011 through January 2012 for about $270.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the backpack blowers and return them to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for a free repair.

View the official CPSC notice