CPSC2004-06-29
CPSC, Echo Inc. Announce Recall of Gas-Powered Hand Tools
Echo Inc., of Lake Zurich, Ill.
Hazard
The fuel lines on these tools can develop an "alligator surface" appearance, which could develop into a condition that will allow leakage of gasoline and fuel vapor, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled tools immediately and contact an Echo dealer for a free repair.
Sold at
Home Depot, home centers, hardware stores, and power equipment dealers nationwide, from February 2003 to May 2004, for between $149 and $300.
Affected count
About 540,000
Injuries reported
Echo has received three reports of fuel leakage with no reported injuries or property damage.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Echo-brand gas-powered grass trimmers, brush cutters, hedge clippers, power blowers, and power edgers
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should call Echo toll-free at (800) 673-1558 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit Echo's website at www.echo-usa.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Echo-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Gas-Powered-Hand-Tools-Don't want to check this manually?
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