Approximately 560,000 BLACK+DECKER 3-in-1 electric blower/vacuum/mulchers are being recalled because the fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly during use. The firm has received four reports of the fan covers coming off, resulting in finger lacerations when consumers contacted the moving fan. These orange and black units include model numbers BV5600, BV6000, and BV6600 and were sold nationwide at Lowes, Amazon.com, and other retailers between May 2013 and September 2016. BLACK+DECKER is providing a free repair kit that includes a replacement fan cover.
The fan cover can unexpectedly detach while the tool is running, exposing the high-speed internal fan and posing a serious laceration risk to the user's fingers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact BLACK+DECKER for a free repair kit, which includes a replacement fan cover.
Recalled BLACK+DECKER blower/vacuum/mulcher model BV5600
Locations of model number and type number
Recalled fan cover
Replacement fan cover
Packaging for the BLACK+DECKER model BV5600
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response