Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported February 1, 2005
CPSC, Country Home Products, Inc. Announce Recall to Repair DR®Leaf and Lawn Vacuum
These leaf and lawn vacuums have a plastic elbow and blower exit adaptor that is connected to the top of the shredding chamber. The plastic can crack, allowing stones, large stick…
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Country Home Products, Inc. of Vergennes, Vt. recalled The recalled vacuum is designed to be pulled behind a lawn tractor. The product vacuums l… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Country Home Products, Inc. Announce Recall to Repair DR®Leaf and Lawn Vacuum was recalled by Country Home Products, Inc. of Vergennes, Vt. in February 1, 2005. Reason: These leaf and lawn vacuums have a plastic elbow and blower exit adaptor that is connected to the top of the …. Remedy: Country Home Products is notifying all registered owners about this recall. All leaf and …. Verify recall #05534 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Country Home Products, Inc. of Vergennes, Vt. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-These leaf and lawn vacuums have a plastic elbow and blower exit adaptor that is connected to the top of the ….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 1K units
- affected scope
- February 1, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05534 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #05534) was formally reported on February 1, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Country Home Products, Inc. of Vergennes, Vt. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 1,071.
The documented reason for this recall is: These leaf and lawn vacuums have a plastic elbow and blower exit adaptor that is connected to the top of the shredding chamber. The plastic can crack, allowing stones, large sticks, and other material to puncture the pl… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Country Home Products is notifying all registered owners about this recall. All leaf and lawn vacuums will receive a metal replacement adapter and elbow free of charge. If you have the DR®Leaf and La… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
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Affected scope
1,071
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recalled vacuum is designed to be pulled behind a lawn tractor. The product vacuums leaves and grass, shreds them and collects the shredded material in a large storage chamber. The leaf and lawn vacuums have a red circle with DR printed in black on each side of the chamber.
Reason for recall
These leaf and lawn vacuums have a plastic elbow and blower exit adaptor that is connected to the top of the shredding chamber. The plastic can crack, allowing stones, large sticks, and other material to puncture the plastic. This creates the possibility that pieces of plastic or other debris can fly upward toward bystanders or the operator. When this occurs, the potential for personal injury or property damage exists. This is more prone to occur when the outside temperatures are below 35 degrees.
Remedy, what to do
Country Home Products is notifying all registered owners about this recall. All leaf and lawn vacuums will receive a metal replacement adapter and elbow free of charge. If you have the DR®Leaf and Lawn Vacuum but have not been notified by Country Home Products, please contact Country Home Products.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05534 |
| Date reported | February 1, 2005 |
| Date initiated | February 1, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Country Home Products, Inc. of Vergennes, Vt. |
| Affected scope | 1,071 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Country Home Products is notifying all registered owners about this recall. All leaf and lawn vacuums will receive a metal replac…
- Check the recall number (05534) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled vacuum is designed to be pulled behind a lawn tractor. The product vacuums leaves and grass, shreds them and collects the shredded material in a large storage chamber. The leaf and lawn vacuums have a red circle with DR printed in black on each side of the chamber.. Recalled by Country Home Products, Inc. of Vergennes, Vt.. Units affected: 1,071.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
These leaf and lawn vacuums have a plastic elbow and blower exit adaptor that is connected to the top of the shredding chamber. The plastic can crack, allowing stones, large sticks, and other material to puncture the plastic. This creates the possibility that pieces of plastic or other debris can fly upward toward bystanders or the operator. When this occurs, the potential for personal injury or property damage exists. This is more prone to occur when the outside temperatures are below 35 degrees.
What should consumers do? ▼
Country Home Products is notifying all registered owners about this recall. All leaf and lawn vacuums will receive a metal replacement adapter and elbow free of charge. If you have the DR®Leaf and Lawn Vacuum but have not been notified by Country Home Products, please contact Country Home Products.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 1, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05534.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (05534) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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