DR Power Equipment Recalls Leaf Blowers and Leaf Vacuums Due to Laceration Hazard
Tool Recalls
DR Power Equipment walk-behind leaf blower
Name of Product:
Walk-Behind Leaf Blowers and Vacuums, and Tow-Behind Leaf Vacuums
Hazard:
Pieces from the recalled leaf blowers and vacuums can come loose inside the unit and be ejected, posing a laceration hazard to users and bystanders.
Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
May 02, 2024
Units:
About 57,200 (In addition, about 956 were sold in Canada)
Description:
This recall involves DR Power Equipment walk-behind leaf blowers and vacuums, and tow-behind leaf vacuums with the model numbers in the table below.
DR is printed on the motor housing. The model number on the walk-behind leaf blower is located on the top at the back of the blower housing. The model number on the walk-behind leaf vacuum is located on the front right side of the unit behind the wheel. The model number on the tow-behind leaf vacuum is on the impeller housing beside the engine.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf blowers and vacuums, and contact DR Power for a free dealer-installed repair.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received 22 reports of loose pieces being ejected from the units. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Independent power equipment stores nationwide and online at drpower.com from September 2014 through January 2024 for between $1,300 and $4,000.
Manufacturer(s):
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin
Distributor(s):
DR Power Equipment, of South Burlington, Vermont
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
24-222
Source and more images: CPSC
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Consumer Contact: -
DR Power LLP toll-free at 877-221-4038 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@drpower.com, or online at https://drpower.com/recalls
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