Black & Decker Recalls Blower/Vacuums for Fire Hazard

A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #: 07005
Affected scope: About 272,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. recalled This recall involves Black & Decker model BV4000 Type 1 blower/vacs. The model and type n….

Black & Decker Recalls Blower/Vacuums for Fire Hazard was recalled by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. in October 10, 2006. Reason: A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the blower/vacs immediately and contact Black & Decker for a …. Verify recall #07005 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. issued this CPSC recall-A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard..

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agency class: October 10, 2006
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07005 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

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.

Reason for recall

A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the blower/vacs immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	07005
Date reported	October 10, 2006
Date initiated	October 10, 2006
Recalling firm	Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Affected scope	About 272,000
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

Consumers should stop using the blower/vacs immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop using the blower/vacs immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 10, 2006. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 07005.

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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