The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16261·Announced 2016-09-13

BLACK+DECKER Recalls Electric Blower/Vacuum/Mulchers Due to Laceration Hazard

BLACK+DECKER is recalling electric blower/vacuum/mulchers because the fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

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 risk-of-harm product where injury (finger lacerations) has been reported, but no deaths or serious injuries are mentioned, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

BLACK+DECKER (U.S.) Inc. is recalling specific 3-in-1 electric blower/vacuum/mulchers with model numbers BV5600, BV6000, and BV6600. The recall involves approximately 560,000 units sold in the United States and about 20,000 units sold in Canada. These products are orange with black accents, a black fan cover, and a two-speed switch. The model number and "Type 1" are printed on the name plate on the right side of the motor housing. Only "Type 1" units are included in this recall.

The fan cover on these units can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard. BLACK+DECKER has received four reports of the fan covers coming off unexpectedly, resulting in consumers receiving finger lacerations from contact with the fan.

The recalled products were sold at Lowes and other stores nationwide, as well as online at Amazon.com and other websites, from May 2013 through September 2016 for between $70 and $90. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact BLACK+DECKER for a free repair kit, which includes a replacement fan cover. Consumers can contact BLACK+DECKER toll-free at 866-937-9805 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at blackanddecker.com by clicking on Safety Recalls.

The recalled product

Product
BLACK+DECKER electric blower/vacuum/mulchers
Manufacturer
BLACK+DECKER (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
560,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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