CPSC, Echo Inc. Announce Recall of Gas-Powered Hand Tools

CPSC · 04171 · published 2004-06-29

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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.

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Affected products

Echo Inc., of Lake Zurich, Ill.

Echo-brand gas-powered grass trimmers, brush cutters, hedge clippers, power blowers, and power edgers

Brands in this recall

Echo Inc., of Lake Zurich, Ill.

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