CPSC recall · Reported April 24, 2001
Backpack Blowers Recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA
The engine exhaust can emit flames, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. recalled The recalled backpack blowers were manufactured under two different model names; though, ….
Backpack Blowers Recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. in April 24, 2001. Reason: The engine exhaust can emit flames, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately, and call their local ASTRON…. Verify recall #01128a with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The engine exhaust can emit flames, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers..
- None
- agency class
- April 24, 2001
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01128a with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled backpack blowers were manufactured under two different model names; though, each uses a TEX54D Kawasaki engine: -The ASTRON KB-541, which was distributed by Star Garden Supply, model has a red fan case, with a white fuel tank and black frame. The words, "Astron Backpack Blower" and the model number are on a label on the gas tank and on a cap right above the tank. -The TMC KTBL-5600XA, which was distributed by TMC Power Equipment, has a white fan case and fuel tank, with a black frame. The model name, "TMC," and the model number are on a label on the fuel tank, and the name "Kawasaki" is on a cap right above the tank. The blower serial numbers can be found on the blower base of the ASTRON products, and on the fan case of TMC products. The engine serial numbers can be found at the bottom of the recoil starter: Product Model Blower Serial No. Ranges Engine Serial No. Ranges ASTRON KB-541 0950001 through 0950700 0X50001 through 0X50700 0Y50001 through 0Y50700 TEX54D-AE80 159675 through 160384 TEX54D-AE80 160901 through 161600 TEX54D-AE80 162056 through 162755 TMC KTBL-5600XA 56010001 through 56011050 TEX54D-AF70 161701 through 16205 TEX54D-BF70 172943 through 173642
Reason for recall
The engine exhaust can emit flames, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately, and call their local ASTRON or TMC dealer for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01128a |
| Date reported | April 24, 2001 |
| Date initiated | April 24, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 3,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately, and call their local ASTRON or TMC dealer for a free repair.
- Check the recall number (01128a) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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