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CPSC recall · Reported November 8, 2016

Country Home Products Recalls Leaf and Lawn Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)

The muffler can overheat and melt the air cleaner cover, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Recall #
17710
Affected scope
About 3,900
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Country Home Products Inc., of Vergennes, Vt. recalled This recall involves Premier, Pro and Pro-XL models of the tow-behind DR leaf and lawn va… - a moderate-severity action.

Country Home Products Recalls Leaf and Lawn Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall … was recalled by Country Home Products Inc., of Vergennes, Vt. in November 8, 2016. Reason: The muffler can overheat and melt the air cleaner cover, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf and lawn vacuums and contact Co…. Verify recall #17710 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Country Home Products Inc., of Vergennes, Vt. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The muffler can overheat and melt the air cleaner cover, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers..

Moderate
severity level
November 8, 2016
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17710 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #17710) was formally reported on November 8, 2016. 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 About 3,900.

The documented reason for this recall is: The muffler can overheat and melt the air cleaner cover, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. 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: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf and lawn vacuums and contact Country Home Products to receive a free repair kit that contains a replacement muffler and instructions for comp… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 3,900

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Premier, Pro and Pro-XL models of the tow-behind DR leaf and lawn vacuums manufactured by Country Home Products. Recalled units have a serial number between LLV34601 and LLV39980. The leaf and lawn vacuums are towed behind a riding lawnmower to collect leaves and are tan and black in color with a set of two wheels on each side. The DR logo with "Professional Power Done Right" and "leaf and lawn vacuum" are printed on the side of the vacuum. The serial number is located on the left side of the tow bar near the engine. Model Serial Number Gallons Engine Premier LLV34601 through LLV39980 200 Electric start using the R225 engine Pro 321 Both manual starts and electric starts using the R300 engine Pro-XL 321 Both manual starts and electric starts versions using the R390 engine

Reason for recall

The muffler can overheat and melt the air cleaner cover, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf and lawn vacuums and contact Country Home Products to receive a free repair kit that contains a replacement muffler and instructions for completing the repair. Consumers unable to install the repair kit should contact the firm for information on authorized dealers who can install the free repair. Country Home Products is contacting all purchasers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 17710
Date reported November 8, 2016
Date initiated November 8, 2016
Recalling firm Country Home Products Inc., of Vergennes, Vt.
Affected scope About 3,900
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 leaf and lawn vacuums and contact Country Home Products to receive a free re…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Premier, Pro and Pro-XL models of the tow-behind DR leaf and lawn vacuums manufactured by Country Home Products. Recalled units have a serial number between LLV34601 and LLV39980. The leaf and lawn vacuums are towed behind a riding lawnmower to collect leaves and are tan and black in color with a set of two wheels on each side. The DR logo with "Professional Power Done Right" and "leaf and lawn vacuum" are printed on the side of the vacuum. The serial number is located on the left side of the tow bar near the engine. Model Serial Number Gallons Engine Premier LLV34601 through LLV39980 200 Electric start using the R225 engine Pro 321 Both manual starts and electric starts using the R300 engine Pro-XL 321 Both manual starts and electric starts versions using the R390 engine. Recalled by Country Home Products Inc., of Vergennes, Vt.. Units affected: About 3,900.
Why was this product recalled?
The muffler can overheat and melt the air cleaner cover, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf and lawn vacuums and contact Country Home Products to receive a free repair kit that contains a replacement muffler and instructions for completing the repair. Consumers unable to install the repair kit should contact the firm for information on authorized dealers who can install the free repair. Country Home Products is contacting all purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 8, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17710.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (17710) 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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