CPSC recall 06-073, announced January 25, 2006, covers Homelite Vac Attack II Blower (about 1,550 units). The blowers are missing the doors covering the vacuum inlet. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to a Home Depot store for a new blower or a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 242-4672, or go to www.homelite.com.
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.
Model number UT08542 or UT08542A is printed on the operator's manual.
Which products are included?
The recalled blower is used outside to blow, vacuum or mulch leaves. "Homelite" is printed on the top of the blower. The blower is red with a black nozzle, and weighs about 10 lbs. Model number UT08542 or UT08542A is printed on the operator's manual. Only blowers missing the black cover over the fan are included in the recall. "Homelite" and "Vac Attack II" are written on the fan cover. A bag connects to the blower to collect the leaves or mulch.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The blowers are missing the doors covering the vacuum inlet. This exposes the blower's fan blade, posing a risk of finger laceration to the user.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to a Home Depot store for a new blower or a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Homelite Vac Attack II
- Product type
- Leaf blowers
- Recall number
- 06-073
- Units
- About 1,550
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2005 for about $99.
- Importer
- Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Homelite Vac Attack II Blower
CPSC product type: Blowers
Recall contact information
Contact Homelite toll-free at (800) 242-4672 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.homelite.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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