The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·15170·Announced 2015-06-24

Positec Recalls Worx Electric Blower/Vacs Due to Shock Hazard

Positec Tool Corp. is recalling Worx electric blower/vacs because reversed wiring poses a shock hazard. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a shock hazard, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Positec Tool Corp. is recalling Worx brand electric blower/vacs due to a shock hazard. The grounded and ungrounded wiring in these units could be reversed, which poses a risk of electric shock to consumers. The recalled products are black, measure 11 inches high by 19.5 inches long, and feature the "Worx" logo on the side of the motor housing.

The recall involves approximately 24,300 units sold in the United States and 370 units in Canada. These blower/vacs were sold at Menards and Walmart stores nationwide from January 2015 through May 2015 for about $40. The specific model number is WG507, and the serial numbers fall within three specific ranges: 201418000134 through 201418018263, 201418018268 through 201418021382, and 201511000379 through 201511001397.

No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and return them to the place of purchase for a replacement or full refund. For more information, consumers can contact Positec toll-free at (866) 955-4579 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Worx website.

The recalled product

Product
Worx electric blower/vacs
Manufacturer
Positec Tool Corp., of Charlotte, N.C.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
24,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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