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Affected model numbers
UT42120UT42120AThis recall involves Homelite electric blower vacuums with two different model and serial number ranges, including model UT42120 with serial numbers BMP3540001 through BMR2103100, and model UT42120A with serial numbers BMR2120001 through BMR3421250.
Why it was recalled
Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Homelite received one report of an incident with the recalled blower vacuums. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact Homelite for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Homelite Electric
- Manufacturer
- Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China
- Recall number
- 13-122
- Units
- About 241,000 in the United States and 13,600 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Home Depot stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com from February 2012 through December 2012 for about $40.
- Importer
- Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Homelite Electric Blower Vacuums
CPSC product type: Leaf Blowers
Recall contact information
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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