CPSC, RedMax Backpack Blowers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #06147
Recall Date
2006-04-25
Manufacturer
Komatsu Zenoah America, doing business as RedMax, of Norcross, Ga.
Units Affected
About 170,000
Products Involved
RedMax Gas-Powered Backpack Blowers
Hazard
Hot exhaust gases can then escape from the muffler and could melt the fuel tank or ignite grease, oil or debris around the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Husqvarna for a dealer location nearest to them to schedule a free inspection and a free repair, if necessary.
Reported Injuries
RedMax has received five reports of units that have caught fire when hot exhaust gases from damaged mufflers ignited grease, oil or debris around the area of the fuel tank. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
RedMax dealers nationwide from December 1996 through December 2005 for about $530.
Manufactured In
JapanUnited States
Full Recall Description
The RedMax gasoline-powered backpack blowers are red and black with a white fuel tank. Model numbers EB6200, EB7000, EB7001, and EB7001RH can be found on the body of the blowers along with "RedMax," "Zenoah," and "Komatsu."
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28