Black & Decker Recalls Blower/Vacuums for Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3461.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3461.
Consumers should stop using the blower/vacs immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact 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. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3461.
For additional information, consumers can contact Black & Decker at (866) 853-2138 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.blackanddecker.com
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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. Recall FAQ
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. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Black & Decker Recalls Blower/Vacuums for Fire Hazard. The notice was published on October 10, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 272,000 units are potentially affected.