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Product Recall
ECHO Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
ECHO Backpack blower
Gas Powered Backpack Blower
Recall Date: February 23rd, 2012
Type: Leaf Blowers
Units: About 16,000
Hazards: The fuel line between the fuel tank and carburetor could have been damaged during assembly leading to fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the backpack blowers and return them to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for a free repair.
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: ModelSerial Numbers PB-265L P093121 35519 through P093121 50152 PB-265L P078110 20732 through P078110 22309
Images:
ECHO Backpack blower
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact ECHO toll-free at (800) 432-3246 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.echo-usa.comInjuries:
None reported
Manufacturers:
ECHO Inc., of Lake Zurich, Ill.
Retailers:
Home Depot and authorized ECHO dealers from August 2011 through January 2012 for about $270.
