Recalls / 2021-05-05

Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands Recalls Multi-Use Water Pumps Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

21124 · Recalled 2021-05-05 · CPSC page

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.

Hazards

If water gets into the electrical circuit board, it can short circuit, posing fire, burn and electrical shock hazards.

Reported injuries

The firm has received 28 reports of the circuit board malfunctioning, including two reports of minor burn injuries.

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
WAYNE WaterBUG GLOW Multi-Use Submersible Water Removal Pumps		About 42,000

Parties

Distributor: Wayne/Scott Fetzer Company d/b/a Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands, of Harrison, Ohio
Made in: United States
Sold at: The Home Depot, online through www.homedepot.com, The Home Depot Pro through www.wilmar.com

Consumer contact

Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands toll-free at 844-369-2149 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@sfconsumerbrands.com or visit www.waynepumps.com/waterbugglowrecall or www.waynepumps.com and click on "Recall" link for more information.

Source: CPSC recall 21124. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.