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Recalled BLACK+DECKER blower/vacuum/mulcher model BV5600
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Why it was recalled
The fan cover can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.
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BLACK+DECKER has received four reports of the fan covers unexpectedly coming off and consumers receiving finger lacerations from contact with the fan.
The official remedy
Remedy type: repair
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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.
Product and sales details
UnitsAbout 560,000 (in addition, about 20,000 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atLowes and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites
Sales periodMay 2013 – September 2016
Price$70 to $90
How to reach the firm
Phone
866-937-9805
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online atwww
Email
recall@sbdinc.com.
Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.