Recall #11-174 · Published March 17, 2011
Gasoline-Powered Backpack Blowers
CPSC published a recall notice for Gasoline-Powered Backpack Blowers from Gasoline-Powered Backpack on March 17, 2011. CPSC identifies this hazard: The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the nearest dealer for a free replacement fuel tank.
Why it was recalled
The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the nearest dealer for a free replacement fuel tank.
- Recall published
- March 17, 2011
- Units
- About 3,400 in the United States and 100 in Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized service dealers nationwide from August 2008 through February 2011 for between $420 and $490.