CPSC recall 05-045, announced November 15, 2004, covers BLACK CAT® Electric Pressure Washer (about 30,500 units). The electric motor in the pressure washer can overheat and melt the housing, possibly igniting nearby flammable materials or exposing live electrical parts. The notice cites 20 incident reports. Firm no longer in business. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
"MCM International," "Model TW1800" or "Model BC2200" appear on a silver label on the recalled units.
Which products are included?
The recalled pressure washers have a black plastic housing and a BLACK CAT® logo on both sides of the unit. "MCM International," "Model TW1800" or "Model BC2200" appear on a silver label on the recalled units.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The electric motor in the pressure washer can overheat and melt the housing, possibly igniting nearby flammable materials or exposing live electrical parts.
Incidents and injuries
RMM and CPSC are aware of fewer than 20 incidents of pressure washers overheating, including one report of damage to a wooden deck. Many of these incidents occurred when the pressure washer was left running and unattended. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BLACK CAT Electric
- Manufacturer
- Shanghai MeiHao Electric Co. Ltd., of Shanghai, China
- Product type
- Pressure washers
- Recall number
- 05-045
- Units
- About 30,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Target and Menard's stores sold the recalled pressure washers between March 2002 and September 2002 for about $145.
- Distributor
- RMM Corporation, Eden Prairie, Minn. (since August 15, 2009, calls are being taken by Tricam Industries, Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minnesota)
BLACK CAT® Electric Pressure Washer
CPSC product type: Pressure Washers
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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