back pack blower recall

[mdb landscaping]

just was watching the news and consumer reports notified us of a back pack blower recall for the following brands:

husqvarna
john deere
makita
tilton

they said the gas tanks can leak. ill try to get some more info on what models, but thats all i know. good thing im running stihl i guess

[mdb landscaping]

The recalled blowers have model number RBL500 located underneath the word "MAKITA"on a label on the back of the tool and a serial number from 96001121 through 99042924


To Owners of Green Machine® GB50 Blowers
Model UT26113
(GT2820001 thru GT3620021)
(GU0070001 thru GU0420171)

[kutnkru]

Thanks for the "Heads-Up" :D

[trimmer]

Those sound like they are kawasaki brand. I know the husquvarna is.

[ron]

Good info know to find a better brand of blower????