CPSC recall · Reported April 16, 2015
Homelite Recalls Electric Blower Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.
Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China recalled This recall involves Homelite 12 amp electric blower vacuums with model numbers UT42120, ….
Homelite Recalls Electric Blower Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled by Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China in April 16, 2015. Reason: The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and return them to an…. Verify recall #15111 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China issued this CPSC recall-The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards..
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- agency class
- April 16, 2015
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15111 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, 6 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
This recall involves Homelite 12 amp electric blower vacuums with model numbers UT42120, UT42120A and UT42121. Model numbers are located on a label on the left side of the red motor housing. The blower vacuums are red and black. "Homelite BlowerVac 2 Speed Powerful 220 MPH" is printed on the side of the motor housing and on the black plastic blower tube.
Reason for recall
The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and return them to any Home Depot or Direct Tools Factory Outlet store for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15111 |
| Date reported | April 16, 2015 |
| Date initiated | April 16, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China |
| Affected scope | About 823,000 in the United States and 41,000 in Canada (Models UT42120 and UT42120A of this product were previously recalled in February 2013) |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and return them to any Home Depot or Direct Tools Factory Out…
- Check the recall number (15111) 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
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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