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Country Home Products Recalls DR Walk Behind Leaf Blowers Due to Projectile Hazard

Reported: February 6, 2020 Initiated: February 6, 2020 #20070

Product Description

This recall involves DR Walk Behind Leaf Blowers, including DR PREMIER 1200, DR PRO 2000 and DR PRO 2000SP. The blowers are three-wheeled walk behind blowers with an orange circular metal face with a black center with "DR" printed on the front. The model number is printed on the front left side of the main impeller housing and on the serial number label located on the back right side of the main impeller housing. Only the following models are included in the recall: Product name Model Number DR PREMIER 1200 Walk Behind Leaf Blower WB13010DMN DR PRO 2000 Walk Behind Leaf Blower WB15020DMN DR PRO 2000 Walk Behind Leaf Blower WB15020DEN DR PRO 2000SP Walk Behind Leaf Blower WB17020DEN

Reason for Recall

The blades inside the leaf blower can break off and discharge from the unit, posing a projectile hazard to the user or bystanders.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf blowers and contact the firm for instructions to receive a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves DR Walk Behind Leaf Blowers, including DR PREMIER 1200, DR PRO 2000 and DR PRO 2000SP. The blowers are three-wheeled walk behind blowers with an orange circular metal face with a black center with "DR" printed on the front. The model number is printed on the front left side of the main impeller housing and on the serial number label located on the back right side of the main impeller housing. Only the following models are included in the recall: Product name Model Number DR PREMIER 1200 Walk Behind Leaf Blower WB13010DMN DR PRO 2000 Walk Behind Leaf Blower WB15020DMN DR PRO 2000 Walk Behind Leaf Blower WB15020DEN DR PRO 2000SP Walk Behind Leaf Blower WB17020DEN. Recalled by Country Home Products Inc., d/b/a DR Power Equipment, of South Burlington, Vt.. Units affected: About 100.
Why was this product recalled?
The blades inside the leaf blower can break off and discharge from the unit, posing a projectile hazard to the user or bystanders.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf blowers and contact the firm for instructions to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 6, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 20070.