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CPSCRecalled Feb 21, 2013 · #13123

Electric Blower Vacuums Recalled by OWT Industries Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

Hazard

Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.

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Description

This recall involves Expert Gardener electric blower vacuums with two different model and serial number ranges, including model 20254EG with serial numbers BMP3010001 through BMR3311972, and model 20254EGC with serial numbers EUP3120001 through EUP3630730. Model and serial numbers are located on a label on the left side of the motor housing. The blower vacuums are green and black. "Expert Gardener" and "BlowerVac 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.

Product details

Product
Expert Gardener Electric Blower Vacuums
Type
Leaf Blowers
Manufacturer
Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China | Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China
Model numbers
20254EG, BMP3010001, BMR3311972, 20254EGC, EUP3120001, EUP3630730
UPCs
Sold at
Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2012 through December 2012 for about $40.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact OWT Industries Inc. for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice