Product Recall Number: 15-170
Why was Worx electric blower/vacs recalled?
The grounded and ungrounded wiring in the electric blower/vacs could be reversed, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Product Recall Number: 15-170
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2015-06-24
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Worx electric blower/vacs
Description: This recall involves Worx brand electric blower/vacs. The blower/vacs are black, measure 11 inches high by 19.5 inches long and have the "Worx" logo printed on the side of the motor housing. The model and serial numbers are printed on the opposite side of the motor housing. Model number WG507 and a serial number in one of the following ranges are included in this recall. Model Number Serial number ranges WG507 201418000134 through 201418018263 201418018268 through 201418021382 201511000379 through 201511001397
Hazard Description: The grounded and ungrounded wiring in the electric blower/vacs could be reversed, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund, Replace
Units: About 24,300 and 370 in Canada
Incidents: None reported
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and return them to the place of purchase for a replacement or full refund.
Sold At: Menards and Walmart stores nationwide from January 2015 through May 2015 for about $40.
Importers: Positec Tool Corp., of Charlotte, N.C.
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed