CPSC2026-01-08
DR Power Equipment Reannounces and Expands Recall of Leaf Vacuums Due to Laceration Hazard; New Remedy Available
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin
Hazard
Pieces from the recalled leaf vacuums can come loose inside the unit, or debris can pierce the chute, resulting in material ejecting and posing a laceration hazard to users and bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf vacuums and contact DR Power for a free repair kit that includes a metal outer shield to be bolted onto the existing chute of the recalled leaf vacuums and installation instructions. Consumers can contact DR Power for information and assistance on making the repair. Consumers who responded to the original recall should nevertheless contact DR Power for the new remedy.
Sold at
Independent power equipment stores nationwide and online at drpower.com from September 2014 through June 2025 for between $1,300 and $4,000.
Affected count
About 60,250 (In addition, about 1,023 were sold in Canada) DR Power Equipment previously recalled 57,200 leaf blowers and vacuums in May 2024. New models of leaf vacuums have been added to this re...
Injuries reported
The firm has received 46 reports of loose pieces being ejected from the units. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Walk-Behind Leaf Vacuums and Tow-Behind Leaf Vacuums
Consumer contact
DR Power LLP toll-free at 877-221-4038 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@drpower.com, or online at https://www.drpower.com/LLV-FreeRepairKit or https://www.drpower.com/ and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/DR-Power-Equipment-Reannounces-and-Expands-Recall-of-Leaf-Vacuums-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard-New-Remedy-AvailableDon't want to check this manually?
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