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Tools & Hardware/Power Tools

ECHO Gas-Powered Backpack Blowers Recalled for Fire Hazard

Agency Publication Date: August 1, 2024
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Summary

ECHO is recalling approximately 3,900 gas-powered backpack blowers, specifically models PB-5810H and PB-5810T, because the fuel supply line can leak gasoline. These orange and black blowers were sold nationwide by Golden Eagle Distributing Company and independent dealers from May 2024 through June 2024 for about $430. While no injuries or incidents have been reported, the fuel leak creates a significant fire hazard. Consumers should immediately stop using these blowers and contact an authorized ECHO dealer for a free fuel line replacement.

Risk

The fuel supply line in these backpack blowers can leak gasoline during operation. This leaking fuel poses a serious risk of fire, which could lead to property damage or personal injury. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall involves ECHO models PB-5810H and PB-5810T gas-powered backpack blowers with serial numbers ranging from P61312001001 to P61312002590 (PB-5810H) and P61212001001 to P61212004155 (PB-5810T).
  2. Locate the model and serial numbers on a label near the right side of the black fan housing to confirm if your unit is affected.
  3. Immediately stop using the recalled backpack blowers to prevent potential fuel leaks and fire hazards.
  4. Contact an authorized ECHO dealer to schedule an appointment for a free installation of a new replacement fuel line. You can find a local dealer by visiting www.echo-usa.com/store-locator.
  5. For further assistance, contact ECHO at 800-432-3246 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email www.echo-usa.com/customer-support, or visit the recall page at www.echo-usa.com/recall.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this safety recall.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blowers, and contact an authorized ECHO dealer (www.echo-usa.com/store-locator) to schedule an appointment to bring the ECHO gas-powered backpack blower in for free installation of a new replacement fuel line. ECHO is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Contact: ECHO at 800-432-3246 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at www.echo-usa.com/customer-support, or visit www.echo-usa.com/recall or go to www.echo-usa.com and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the site.

Affected Products

Product: ECHO gas-powered backpack blower (PB-5810H)by ECHO
Variants: Orange and Black
Model:
PB-5810H
Serial Numbers:
P61312001001 to P61312002590
Date Ranges: Sold May 2024 โ€” June 2024

ECHO is printed on the starter recoil housing. Serial number is on the right side of the black fan housing.

Product: ECHO gas-powered backpack blower (PB-5810T)by ECHO
Variants: Orange and Black
Model:
PB-5810T
Serial Numbers:
P61212001001 to P61212004155
Date Ranges: Sold May 2024 โ€” June 2024

ECHO is printed on the starter recoil housing. Serial number is on the right side of the black fan housing.

Product Images

Recalled ECHO Blower, Model Number PB-5810H

Recalled ECHO Blower, Model Number PB-5810H

Recalled ECHO Blower, Model Number PB-5810T

Recalled ECHO Blower, Model Number PB-5810T

Recalled ECHO Blower serial number location

Recalled ECHO Blower serial number location

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 24329
Status: Active
Manufacturer: ECHO Inc., of Lake Zurich, Illinois
Sold By: Golden Eagle Distributing Company; independent dealers
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 3,900
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: ECHO at 800-432-3246 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at www.echo-usa.com/customer-support, or visit www.echo-usa.com/recall or go to www.echo-usa.com and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the site.
Agency Last Updated: August 1, 2024

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