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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 21, 2013Serious
Homelite Electric Blower Vacuums
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact Homelite for a full refund.
Who to contact: Homelite Consumer Products; at (800) 597-9624 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.homelite.com and click on Safety Notices for more information.
The product
This recall involves Homelite electric blower vacuums with two different model and serial number ranges, including model UT42120 with serial numbers BMP3540001 through BMR2103100, and model UT42120A with serial numbers BMR2120001 through BMR3421250. Model and serial numbers are located on a label on the left side of the red motor housing. The blower vacuums are red and black. "Homelite BlowerVac 2 Speed Powerful 220 MPH" is printed on the side of the motor housing and on the black plastic blower tube.
Details
- Units affected
- About 241,000 in the United States and 13,600 in Canada
- Recall date
- February 21, 2013
- Brand
- Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China, Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Homelite received one report of an incident with the recalled blower vacuums. No injuries have been reported.
UT42120UT42120A
Home Depot stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com from February 2012 through December 2012 for about $40.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Homelite Recalls Electric Blower Vacuums Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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