CPSC recall 08-569, announced April 8, 2008, covers Master Craft® Pressure Washers (about 1,900 units). The motor on the pressure washer can overheat, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the pressure washers immediately, unplug them and return the pressure washer to Fingerhut for a refund or replacement product. Recall contact: call (866) 931-5417, or go to www.fingerhut.com.
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.
Affected model numbers
This recall involves Master Craft® pressure washers with model number ABW-3100G.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Master Craft® pressure washers with model number ABW-3100G. The model number is located on a label under the handle. The pressure washer has a yellow housing and the name, Master Craft® printed on the side.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The motor on the pressure washer can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Fingerhut has received four reports of smoke coming from the unit, including one report of fire. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the pressure washers immediately, unplug them and return the pressure washer to Fingerhut for a refund or replacement product. A pre-paid shipping label will be provided to consumers. Fingerhut is directly contacting purchasers of the pressure washers.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Master Craft
- Product type
- Pressure washers
- Recall number
- 08-569
- Units
- About 1,900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Fingerhut catalogs and Fingerhut.com from July 2007 through March 2008 for about $100.
- Importer
- Fingerhut Direct Marketing, of Eden Prairie, Minn.
Master Craft® Pressure Washers
CPSC product type: Pressure Washers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Fingerhut Direct Marketing at (866) 931-5417 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.fingerhut.com
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