CPSC recall · Reported February 21, 2013
Electric Blower Vacuums Recalled by OWT Industries Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.
Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China recalled This recall involves Expert Gardener electric blower vacuums with two different model and….
Electric Blower Vacuums Recalled by OWT Industries Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusi… was recalled by Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China in February 21, 2013. Reason: Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a lacer…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact OWT Indus…. Verify recall #13123 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China issued this CPSC recall-Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a lacer….
- None
- agency class
- February 21, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13123 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.
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Product description
This recall involves Expert Gardener electric blower vacuums with two different model and serial number ranges, including model 20254EG with serial numbers BMP3010001 through BMR3311972, and model 20254EGC with serial numbers EUP3120001 through EUP3630730. Model and serial numbers are located on a label on the left side of the motor housing. The blower vacuums are green and black. "Expert Gardener" and "BlowerVac 2 Speed Quiet 150 MPH Powerful 220 MPH" are printed on the side of the green motor housing and on the black plastic blower tube.
Reason for recall
Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact OWT Industries Inc. for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13123 |
| Date reported | February 21, 2013 |
| Date initiated | February 21, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China |
| Affected scope | About 131,500 |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact OWT Industries Inc. for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (13123) 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.
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