CPSC recall 01-178, announced June 26, 2001, covers Backpack blowers (about 50,500 units). The fuel tanks on these blowers can leak, posing a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers. The notice cites 159 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled blowers immediately, and contact the manufacturer to have their blower repaired free of charge. Recall contact: call (800) 438-7297 or (800) 537-8233.
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.
The recalled blowers all have their brand name, model number and serial number written on the units.
Which products are included?
The recalled blowers all have their brand name, model number and serial number written on the units. Consumers should check with the manufacturer to determine if their blower is part of the recall. Consumers should have their serial number available when they contact the firm. Manufacturer Model Number Dates Sold Toll-Free Number/Web Site Husqvarna Forest & Garden Co. 155BT and 155BF Sold from June 1998 through June 2001 (800) 438-7297 www.husqvarna.com John Deere Consumer Products Inc. UT 26113, UT08093 and UT08104 Sold from January 1998 through April 2001 (800) 537-8233 www.johndeere.com Makita U.S.A. Inc. RBL500 Sold from March 1997 through January 2001 (800) 625-4828 www.makitaope.com Carswell Import & Marketing Associates Inc. FL500 Sold from December 1996 through June 2001 (800) 929-1948 www.carswelldist.com Tilton Equipment Co. TB50 Sold from August 2000 through May 2001 (800) 447-1152 www.tiltonequipment.com
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fuel tanks on these blowers can leak, posing a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Carswell has received 159 reports of leaking fuel tanks on these blowers. Makita U.S.A has received 55 reports of leaks. John Deere has received five reports of leaks. No injuries have been reported. The other firms have not had reports of leaks.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled blowers immediately, and contact the manufacturer to have their blower repaired free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Backpack
- Manufacturer
- Husqvarna Forest & Garden Co., of Charlotte, N.C., John Deere Consumer Products Inc., of Moline, Ill., Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, Calif., Carswell Import & Marketing Associates Inc., of Winston-Salem, N.C., Tilton Equipment Co., of Rye, N.H.
- Product type
- Leaf blowers
- Recall number
- 01-178
- Units
- About 50,500
- Sold at / sales period
- Home centers, hardware stores and manufacturer dealers nationwide sold these blowers for between $400 and $750.
Backpack blowers
CPSC product type: Blowers
Recall contact information
Husqvarna Forest & Garden Co.: (800) 438-7297 John Deere Consumer Products Inc.: (800) 537-8233 Makita U.S.A. Inc.: (800) 625-4828 Carswell Import & Marketing Associates Inc.: (800) 929-1948 Tilton Equipment Co.: (800) 447-1152
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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