ECHO Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-990.
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
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-990.
Consumers should immediately stop using the backpack blowers and return them to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for a free repair.
✅ 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 And Authorized Echo Dealers From August 2011 Through January 2012 For About $270. 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-990.
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.com
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Home Depot And Authorized Echo Dealers From August 2011 Through January 2012 For About $270. Recall FAQ
Home Depot And Authorized Echo Dealers From August 2011 Through January 2012 For About $270. is the subject of a consumer products recall: ECHO Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on February 23, 2012 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 16,000 units are potentially affected.