Homelite Electric Blower Vacuums

Class III - Low Risk

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 241,000 in the United States and 13,600 in Canada)
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

Recall Details

Company:
Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China
Reason for Recall:
Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.
Classification:
Class III - Low Risk

Products that are unlikely to cause any adverse health reaction, but violate FDA regulations.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact Homelite for a full refund.

Product Images

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Product Information

Full Description:

This 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. Model and serial 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.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 241,000 in the United States and 13,600 in Canada)

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 13122

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