Recalls / 2015-04-16
Homelite Recalls Electric Blower Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
15111 · Recalled 2015-04-16 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Homelite 12 amp electric blower vacuums with model numbers UT42120, UT42120A and UT42121. Model 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.
Hazards
The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.
Reported injuries
Homelite has received 1,369 reports of blower vacuums sparking, arcing, smoking or burning, including one report of minor injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and return them to any Home Depot or Direct Tools Factory Outlet store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Homelite electric blower vacuums | About 823,000 in the United States and 41,000 in Canada (Models UT42120 and UT42120A of this product were previously recalled in February 2013) |
Parties
- Manufacturers
- Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., Cixi City Best Power Tools Co., Ltd.
- Importer
- Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Home Depot, Direct Tools Factory Outlets, online at www.homedepot.com
Consumer 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.
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Source: CPSC recall 15111. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.