Recalls / 2015-04-16
OWT Industries Recalls Electric Blower Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
15112 · Recalled 2015-04-16 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Expert Gardener 12 amp electric blower vacuums with model numbers 20254EG, 20254EGA, 20254EGB, 20254EGBC, 20254EGC and 21254EG. Model numbers are located on a label on the left side of the motor housing. The blower vacuums are green and black. "Expert Gardener" and "Blower Vac 2 Speed Quiet 150 MPH Powerful 220 MPH" are printed on the side of the green motor housing and on the black plastic blower tube.
Hazards
The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.
Reported injuries
OWT has received 16 reports of blower vacuums sparking, arcing, smoking or burning. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Expert Gardener electric blower vacuums | About 225,000 in the United States (Models 20254EG and 20254EGC of this product were previously recalled in February 2013) |
Parties
- Manufacturers
- Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., Cixi City Best Power Tools Co., Ltd.
- Importer
- OWT Industries Inc., of Pickens, S.C.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Walmart, online at www.walmart.com
Consumer contact
OWT Industries at (800) 597-9624 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.expertgardenertools.com and click on Safety Notices for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 15112. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.