Black & Decker Recalls Blower/Vacuums for Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-10-10). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: BV4000. About 272,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07005 |
| Published | 2006-10-10 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Blowers |
| Products | Black & Decker BV4000 Type 1 Blower/Vacs |
| Firm named in the title | Black & Decker |
| Firms | Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico |
| Units (US) | 272,000 |
| Model numbers | BV4000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Costco, BJ's, Home Depot Expo Design Center, Lowe's and other stores nationwide, and by various on-line retailers, from September 2005 through July 2006 for between $400 and $1,400. |
Description
This recall involves Black & Decker model BV4000 Type 1 blower/vacs. The model and type number are printed on a name plate on the right side of the unit. The blower/vacs have an orange housing and a black blower assembly.
Hazard
A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the blower/vacs immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit.
Incidents and injuries
Black & Decker has received 187 reports of smoking, melting and/or fire near the blower/vac's plug, including one report of a fire extending beyond the unit. Black & Decker has received seven reports of minor burns, none of which required medical treatment.
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