Leaf Blowers Sold at Home Depot Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #06073
Recall Date
2006-01-25
Manufacturer
Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Units Affected
About 1,550
Products Involved
Homelite Vac Attack II Blower
Hazard
The blowers are missing the doors covering the vacuum inlet. This exposes the blower's fan blade, posing a risk of finger laceration to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to a Home Depot store for a new blower or a full refund.
Reported Injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2005 for about $99.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recalled blower is used outside to blow, vacuum or mulch leaves. "Homelite" is printed on the top of the blower. The blower is red with a black nozzle, and weighs about 10 lbs. Model number UT08542 or UT08542A is printed on the operator's manual. Only blowers missing the black cover over the fan are included in the recall. "Homelite" and "Vac Attack II" are written on the fan cover. A bag connects to the blower to collect the leaves or mulch.
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