Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands Recalls Multi-Use Water Pumps Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2021-05-05). Hazards: fire, burn, electric shock. About 42,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 21124 |
| Published | 2021-05-05 |
| Last updated | 2021-05-05 |
| Products | WAYNE WaterBUG GLOW Multi-Use Submersible Water Removal Pumps |
| Firm named in the title | Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands |
| Firms | Wayne/Scott Fetzer Company d/b/a Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands, of Harrison, Ohio (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 42,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | The Home Depot stores nationwide and online through www.homedepot.com and The Home Depot Pro through www.wilmar.com from July 2019 through March 2021 for about $130. |
Description
This recall involves all WAYNE WaterBUG GLOW model WWB Glow 1/6 HP Multi-Use Pump units with SKU number 57732-WYN1. The SKU number is printed on the yellow spec decal on the side of the pump. The model number is printed on the warranty tag attached to the power cord. The pump is a residential submersible water removal pump with an automatic shut-off feature. When the pump is running, the plug glows green and when it shuts off, the plug glows red. The pump has a black strap for carrying and placing the pump where it is needed. This recall only includes the WaterBUG GLOW model.
Hazard
If water gets into the electrical circuit board, it can short circuit, posing fire, burn and electrical shock hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pumps and contact Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands for a free replacement WaterBUG AUTO or standard WaterBUG pump.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 28 reports of the circuit board malfunctioning, including two reports of minor burn injuries.
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