BLACK+DECKER™ Recalls Electric Blower/Vacuum/Mulchers Due to Laceration Hazard

The fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.

Recall #: 16261
Affected scope: About 560,000 (in addition, about 20,000 were sold in Canada)

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 3-in-1 electric blower/vacuum/mulchers with model numbe….

BLACK+DECKER™ Recalls Electric Blower/Vacuum/Mulchers Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by Black+Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. in September 13, 2016. Reason: The fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact BLACK+DECKER for…. Verify recall #16261 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Black+Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. issued this CPSC recall-The fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard..

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agency class: September 13, 2016
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16261 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 3-in-1 electric blower/vacuum/mulchers with model numbers BV5600, BV6000 and BV6600. The model number and "Type 1" are printed on the name plate on the right side of the motor housing. Only "Type 1" blower/vacuum/mulchers are included in this recall. They are orange with black accents, a black fan cover and a two-speed switch. They were sold with a blower tube, a vacuum tube and a reusable collection bag. Model BV6600 also has a rake attachment.

Reason for recall

The fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact BLACK+DECKER for a free repair kit, which includes a replacement fan cover.

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	16261
Date reported	September 13, 2016
Date initiated	September 13, 2016
Recalling firm	Black+Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Affected scope	About 560,000 (in addition, about 20,000 were sold in Canada)
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 product and contact BLACK+DECKER for a free repair kit, which includes a rep…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact BLACK+DECKER for a free repair kit, which includes a replacement fan cover.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 13, 2016. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 16261.

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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