Recall 15-111, published April 16, 2015
Homelite electric blower vacuums
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
UT42121Model numbers are located on a label on the left side of the red motor housing.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.
Official 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.
- Brand
- Homelite electric
- Recall published
- April 16, 2015
- Category
- Power Tools
- Units
- 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)
- Sold at / sales period
- Home Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlets stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com from January 2010 through March 2015 for about $40.
