Black & Decker Recalls Blower/Vacuums for Fire Hazard
Recall 07005 · Oct 10, 2006 · Black & Decker
272,000
units affected
272,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 07005
- Date
- Oct 10, 2006
- Company
- Black & Decker
- Units affected
- 272,000
- Product
- Black & Decker BV4000 Type 1 Blower/Vacs
- Product type
- Blowers
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves Black & Decker model BV4000 Type 1 blower/vacs. The model and type number are printed on a name plate on the right side of the unit. The blower/vacs have an orange housing and a black blower assembly.
What can happen
A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the blower/vacs immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Black & Decker has received 187 reports of smoking, melting and/or fire near the blower/vac's plug, including one report of a fire extending beyond the unit. Black & Decker has received seven reports of minor burns, none of which required medical treatment.
- Sold at
- Costco, BJ's, Home Depot Expo Design Center, Lowe's and other stores nationwide, and by various on-line retailers, from September 2005 through July 2006 for between $400 and $1,400.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled black & decker bv4000 type 1 blower/vacs?
Consumers should stop using the blower/vacs immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit.
What is the hazard?
A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.