CPSC2021-03-18
HD Hudson Recalls Battery-Powered Sprayers Due to Fire Hazard
HD Hudson, of Lowell, Mich.
Hazard
The sprayer's lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery-powered sprayers, remove the battery tray, and look for a brown battery. If the battery is brown, consumers should remove the battery and tray and dispose of them in accordance with local laws for disposal of lithium-ion batteries, and contact HD Hudson for a free replacement battery and tray. Always follow proper battery use and storage procedures as listed in the instructions.
Sold at
Lowe's stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from December 2019 through January 2021 for between $40 and $50.
Affected count
About 64,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received four reports of batteries overheating, including one report of a battery melting and catching fire resulting in less than $100 in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
illu-Mist Battery-Powered Garden Sprayers
Consumer contact
HD Hudson at 800-394-8802 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at hdhudson.com and click on Recalls for more information for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/HD-Hudson-Recalls-Battery-Powered-Sprayers-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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