Product Recall Number: 21-124
Why was WAYNE WaterBUG GLOW Multi-Use Submersible Water Removal Pumps recalled?
If water gets into the electrical circuit board, it can short circuit, posing fire, burn and electrical shock hazards.
Product Recall Number: 21-124
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2021-05-05
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: WAYNE WaterBUG GLOW Multi-Use Submersible Water Removal Pumps
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 Description: If water gets into the electrical circuit board, it can short circuit, posing fire, burn and electrical shock hazards.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Replace
Units: About 42,000
Incidents: 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.
Sold At: 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.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: Wayne/Scott Fetzer Company d/b/a Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands, of Harrison, Ohio
Manufactured In: United States
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed