Remington electric leaf blowers with model RM180B and specific serial numbers (S1E131XK0001-S1E162XK2008) are recalled due to laceration risk from impeller breaking during use. Consumers must stop using immediately and get a free replacement.
The blower's impeller can break and strike the operator during use, posing a laceration hazard.
Remington electric leaf blowers with model RM180B are being recalled because their impeller can break and cause lacerations during use. This affects consumers who bought these blowers between May 2011 and May 2012. Immediate action is needed to avoid injury.
The impeller in the leaf blower can break during use and strike the operator, causing cuts or lacerations. This happens because the impeller is not securely attached and can become dislodged while the blower is in operation.
Owners of Remington electric leaf blowers with model RM180B and serial numbers from S1E131XK0001 to S1E162XK2008 are affected. Users who operate these blowers without stopping are at risk of laceration injuries.
Check for the model RM180B on a white label at the bottom of the motor housing. The serial numbers range from S1E131XK0001 to S1E162XK2008, with the third character indicating the month (e.g., E for May) and the sixth character the last digit of the year.
Discontinue use of the recalled Remington electric leaf blower to prevent laceration injuries.
Reach out to Remington for a free replacement of the recalled blower.
Consumers should stop using the recalled blowers immediately and contact Remington for a free replacement.
Model RM180B with specific serial numbers from S1E131XK0001 to S1E162XK2008.
Between May 13, 2011 and May 16, 2012.
Look for the model RM180B on a white label at the bottom of the motor housing and check the serial number range.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Remington to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1657 — Remington Remington electric leaf blowers Hello, I own a Remington electric leaf blowers that is covered by recall 1657 from Remington. The official recall notice states: Consumers should stop using the recalled blowers immediately and contact Remington for a free replacement. 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.
