Expert Gardener electric blower vacuums recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 16, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

OWT Industries Recalls Electric Blower Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

Recall number

15112

Brand / firm

Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China, Cixi City Best Power Tools Co., Ltd., of China

Sold / distributed

Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2012 through March 2015 for about $40.

Why it was recalled

The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves Expert Gardener 12 amp electric blower vacuums with model numbers 20254EG, 20254EGA, 20254EGB, 20254EGBC, 20254EGC and 21254EG. Model numbers are located on a label on the left side of the motor housing. The blower vacuums are green and black. "Expert Gardener" and "Blower Vac 2 Speed Quiet 150 MPH Powerful 220 MPH" are printed on the side of the green motor housing and on the black plastic blower tube.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.