Craftsman recalls two 12-amp electric blower/vac models with fire and burn risks due to motor overheating. Affected units have specific model numbers and serial ranges. Consumers must stop using and get a refund.
The blower/vac's motor can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
Craftsman is recalling two specific models of 12-amp electric blower/vacs because their motors can overheat and catch fire, causing burns or fires. This affects consumers who own these models with the listed serial numbers.
The motor housing can overheat and catch fire during normal use, especially when the blower/vac is operated for extended periods. This poses a risk of fire and burns to the user or nearby objects.
Owners of Craftsman 12-amp electric blower/vacs with model numbers 138.74898 or 138.74899 are affected. Those who use these products for cleaning or ventilation are most at risk due to fire and burn hazards.
Check for a red motor housing with a black blower tube and restrictor nozzle. Model numbers 138.74898 or 138.74899 with specific serial number ranges are on the motor housing.
Immediately stop using the recalled blower/vac to prevent fire or burn injuries.
Call the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund of the product.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund.
Craftsman 12-amp electric blower/vacs with model numbers 138.74898 or 138.74899.
Check for a red motor housing with a black blower tube and restrictor nozzle. Model numbers 138.74898 or 138.74899 with specific serial number ranges are printed on the motor housing.
No additional actions are required beyond stopping use and contacting Craftsman for a refund.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Craftsman to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6595 — Craftsman Blower/Vac Hello, I own a Blower/Vac that is covered by recall 6595 from Craftsman. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
