Recall #16-261 · Published September 13, 2016
BLACK+DECKER electric blower/vacuum/mulchers
CPSC published a recall notice for BLACK+DECKER electric blower/vacuum/mulchers from BLACK+DECKER electric on September 13, 2016. CPSC identifies this hazard: The fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact BLACK+DECKER for a free repair kit, which includes a replacement fan cover.
Why it was recalled
The fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact BLACK+DECKER for a free repair kit, which includes a replacement fan cover.
- Recall published
- September 13, 2016
- Units
- About 560,000 (in addition, about 20,000 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at / sales period
- Lowes and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from May 2013 through September 2016 for between $70 and $90.