Leaf Blowers Sold at Home Depot Recalled for Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3194.
The recalled blower is used outside to blow, vacuum or mulch leaves. "Homelite" is printed on the top of the blower. The blower is red with a black nozzle, and weighs about 10 lbs. Model number UT08542 or UT08542A is printed on the operator's manual. Only blowers missing the black cover over the fan are included in the recall. "Homelite" and "Vac Attack II" are written on the fan cover. A bag connects to the blower to collect the leaves or mulch.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3194.
Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to a Home Depot store for a new blower or a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Home Depot Stores Nationwide From September 2005 Through November 2005 For About $99. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3194.
Contact Homelite toll-free at (800) 242-4672 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.homelite.com
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Home Depot Stores Nationwide From September 2005 Through November 2005 For About $99. Recall FAQ
Home Depot Stores Nationwide From September 2005 Through November 2005 For About $99. is the subject of a kitchenware recall: Leaf Blowers Sold at Home Depot Recalled for Laceration Hazard. The notice was published on January 25, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,550 units are potentially affected.