The Craftsman Brand Recalls Blower/Vacs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2015-12-09). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 138.74898, 138.74899. About 74,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16056 |
| Published | 2015-12-09 |
| Last updated | 2016-05-19 |
| Product category | Leaf Blowers |
| Products | Blower/Vac |
| Firm named in the title | The Craftsman Brand |
| Firms | Ace Hardware Corporation, of Oak Brook, Ill. (importer); Orchard Supply Hardware, of San Jose, Calif. (importer); Sears, Roebuck & Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 74,000 |
| Model numbers | 138.74898, 138.74899 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | ACE Hardware, Orchard Supply Hardware, and Sears stores nationwide and online from January 2013 through October 2015 for between $50 and $100. |
Description
This recall involves two models of Craftsman 12-amp electric blower/vacs. The blower/vacs have a red motor housing and a black blower tube and restrictor nozzle, and measure 12 inches high by 34 inches long. Blower/vacs with model number 138.74898 or 138.74899 are being recalled. Model 138.74898 has a variable speed switch and a serial number between SES0100001 and SES1951280. Model 138.74899 has a two-speed switch and a serial number between SER3561101 and SES2141280. The model number, serial number, "Craftsman" and "AC BLOWER / VAC" are printed on the side of the motor housing.
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.
Incidents and injuries
Seven reports of the blower/vacs catching fire have been received. One injury has been reported.
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