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ECHO Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: February 23, 2012 Initiated: February 23, 2012 #12118

Product Description

This recall involves two models of the ECHO 2-cycle gas powered backpack blowers. The 25.4 cc blowers are orange and black in color and "ECHO" is printed on the pull starter housing and blower tube. Model numbers are on a label near the pull starter handle. Serial numbers are on a label near the gas filler cap. Models and corresponding serial numbers included in this recall: Model Serial Numbers PB-265L P093121 35519 through P093121 50152 PB-265L P078110 20732 through P078110 22309

Reason for Recall

The fuel line between the fuel tank and carburetor could have been damaged during assembly leading to fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the backpack blowers and return them to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 16,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/ECHO-Recalls-Backpack-Blowers-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves two models of the ECHO 2-cycle gas powered backpack blowers. The 25.4 cc blowers are orange and black in color and "ECHO" is printed on the pull starter housing and blower tube. Model numbers are on a label near the pull starter handle. Serial numbers are on a label near the gas filler cap. Models and corresponding serial numbers included in this recall: Model Serial Numbers PB-265L P093121 35519 through P093121 50152 PB-265L P078110 20732 through P078110 22309. Recalled by ECHO Inc., of Lake Zurich, Ill.. Units affected: About 16,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The fuel line between the fuel tank and carburetor could have been damaged during assembly leading to fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the backpack blowers and return them to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 23, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12118.

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