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Affected model numbers
20254EG20254EGA20254EGB20254EGBC20254EGC21254EGModel numbers are located on a label on the left side of the motor housing.
Why it was recalled
The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents and injuries
OWT has received 16 reports of blower vacuums sparking, arcing, smoking or burning. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China, Cixi City Best Power Tools Co., Ltd., of China
- Recall number
- 15-112
- Units
- About 225,000 in the United States (Models 20254EG and 20254EGC of this product were previously recalled in February 2013)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2012 through March 2015 for about $40.
- Importer
- OWT Industries Inc., of Pickens, S.C.
Expert Gardener electric blower vacuums
CPSC product type: Leaf Blowers
Recall contact information
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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