Approximately 14,000 GreenWorks 12-amp electric blower/vacs have been recalled because the motor can catch fire. There have been three reports of these units catching fire, although no injuries have currently been reported. These products feature a green motor housing with a black blower tube and were sold at various major retailers and online stores from February 2012 through June 2015 for between $30 and $70. Consumers should immediately stop using these tools and contact Sunrise Global Marketing for a full refund.
The motor inside the blower/vac can malfunction and catch fire during use, posing a direct threat of fire damage to property and serious burn injuries to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact Sunrise Global Marketing for a full refund.
Recalled Greenworks blower/vac
Recalled Greenworks blower/vac
Recalled Greenworks blower/vac with mulch bag
Location of model number and serial number on the unit
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