About 225,000 Expert Gardener 12 amp electric blower vacuums are being recalled because they can overheat, spark, and catch fire. OWT Industries has received 16 reports of these devices sparking, smoking, or burning during use. These green and black tools were sold exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide and online between January 2012 and March 2015 for approximately $40. Consumers should immediately stop using these units and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.
The internal components of the motor housing can overheat and arc, causing the plastic casing to melt or ignite. This poses a significant risk of fire and can cause serious burn injuries to the user if the device catches fire while being held.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Expert Gardener electric leaf blower vacuum
Expert Gardener electric blower vacuum attachment and bag
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