Recall #15-170 · Published June 24, 2015

Worx electric blower/vacs

Positec Tool Recalls Worx Brand Blower/Vacs Due to Shock Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Worx electric blower/vacs from Worx electric on June 24, 2015. CPSC identifies this hazard: The grounded and ungrounded wiring in the electric blower/vacs could be reversed, posing a shock hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and return them to the place of purchase for a replacement or full refund.

Recalled Worx brand blower/vac
Recalled Worx brand blower/vac
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Affected model numbers

WG507
Additional identifying details

Model number WG507 and a serial number in one of the following ranges are included in this recall.

Why it was recalled

The grounded and ungrounded wiring in the electric blower/vacs could be reversed, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and return them to the place of purchase for a replacement or full refund.

Remedy type: Replace, Refund

Product and sales details

Recall number
15-170
Units
About 24,300 and 370 in Canada
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Menards and Walmart stores nationwide from January 2015 through May 2015 for about $40.
Importer
Positec Tool Corp., of Charlotte, N.C.

Worx electric blower/vacs

CPSC product type: Leaf Blowers

Recall contact information

Positec toll-free at (866) 955-4579 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email blower@positecgroup.com or online at http://www.worx.com and click on Product Recall Information in the News and Press section at the bottom of the page for more information.

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