CPSC, Applica Consumer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Black & Decker® Brand ProBlend® Blenders
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-03-11). Hazards: ingestion, injury. Models: BL5000, BL5900, BL6000. About 500,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05132 |
| Published | 2005-03-11 |
| Last updated | 2024-09-24 |
| Product category | Blenders |
| Products | Black & Decker® brand ProBlend® blenders |
| Firm named in the title | Applica Consumer Products Inc. |
| Firms | Elec-Tech International Co. Ltd., of China (manufacturer); Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miramar, Fla. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 500,000 |
| Model numbers | BL5000, BL5900, BL6000 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion, injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Retailers nationwide, from December 2003 to January 2005, for between $40 and $60. |
Description
The recall includes Black & Decker® brand ProBlend® models BL5000, BL5900 and BL6000. The recalled ProBlend® products are 5-speed, 550-watt blenders with 48-ounce marked glass jars. Each model has a die-cast, brushed stainless steel base bearing the name "Black & Decker." The model number is located on the bottom of the product.
Hazard
The blades can weaken or break during use, while making frozen beverages. A broken blade presents a risk of injury, if taken into the mouth or swallowed.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Applica Consumer Products Inc. to receive a free replacement blade assembly.
Incidents and injuries
Applica Consumer Products Inc. has received reports of 18 incidents of broken blades, associated with this problem. No injuries have been reported.
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