CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.

In Conjunction with
https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/23165r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • February 21, 2013

Homelite Recalls Electric Blower Vacuums Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

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.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact Homelite for a full refund.

Contact Information

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.

Recall Details

Sold At
Home Depot stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com from February 2012 through December 2012 for about $40.
Injuries
Homelite received one report of an incident with the recalled blower vacuums. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
13122

Product Information

Product Name
Homelite Electric Blower Vacuums
Product Type
Leaf Blowers
Number of Units
About 241,000 in the United States and 13,600 in Canada
Manufacturer Name
Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China
Imported By
Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Manufactured In
China

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Full Contact Information

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.