Recall #05-132 · Published March 11, 2005
Black & Decker® brand ProBlend® blenders
CPSC published a recall notice for Black & Decker® brand ProBlend® blenders from Black & Decker® ProBlend® on March 11, 2005. CPSC identifies this hazard: The blades can weaken or break during use, while making frozen beverages. A broken blade presents a risk of injury, if taken into the mouth or swallowed. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Applica Consumer Products Inc. to receive a free replacement blade assembly.
Why it was recalled
The blades can weaken or break during use, while making frozen beverages. A broken blade presents a risk of injury, if taken into the mouth or swallowed.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Applica Consumer Products Inc. to receive a free replacement blade assembly.
- Recall published
- March 11, 2005
- Units
- About 500,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Retailers nationwide, from December 2003 to January 2005, for between $40 and $60.