CPSC Recall in 2009: Backpack Blowers Recalled by Homelite Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-037

Date: November 11, 2009

Product Name: Homelite Backpack Blowers

Recall Description:

This recall involves the Homelite Mighty Lite backpack blowers. The blowers are red and black. The following models are affected by this recall:Product ModelManufacturing Date Codes RangeUT08580ATK1820001 through ATK3659999UT08580AATL1530001 through ATL3669999ATM0010001 through ATM1749999The model number and manufacturing date code are printed on the blower's data label which is located on the red plastic housing above the choke knob and adjacent to the fuel tank. Products with a green "dot" on the outside of the package or the letters "CA" embossed on the fuel tank are not included in the recall.

Hazard Description:

The fuel tank can leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 85,000

Incidents:

Homelite has received 18 reports of fuel tanks leaking gasoline including one report of minor skin irritation.

Sold At:

Home Depot stores and various retailers of refurbished products including Direct Tools Factory Outlets, CPO Homelite, Gardner, Tap Enterprises, Isla Supply and Heartland America stores nationwide from September 2007 through October 2009 for between $90 and $140.

Manufactured In:

China