CPSC2015-12-09
The Craftsman Brand Recalls Blower/Vacs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Ace Hardware Corporation, of Oak Brook, Ill.
Hazard
The blower/vac's motor can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund.
Sold at
ACE Hardware, Orchard Supply Hardware, and Sears stores nationwide and online from January 2013 through October 2015 for between $50 and $100.
Affected count
About 74,000
Injuries reported
Seven reports of the blower/vacs catching fire have been received. One injury has been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Blower/Vac
Consumer contact
The Craftsman brand hotline toll-free at 888-266-7096 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Friday through Sunday, or online at www.craftsman.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/The-Craftsman-Brand-Recalls-Blower-VacsDon't want to check this manually?
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