DR Power Equipment Reannounces and Expands Recall of Leaf Vacuums Due to Laceration Hazard; New Remedy Available
Pieces from the recalled leaf vacuums can come loose inside the unit, or debris can pierce the chute, resulting in material ejecting and posing a laceration hazard to users and bystanders.
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- Date
- 2026-01-08
- Country
- United States
- Brand
- Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin
- Product
- Walk-Behind Leaf Vacuums and Tow-Behind Leaf Vacuums
- Units
- About 60,250 (In addition, about 1,023 were sold in…
- Category
- Electrical
- Source
- CPSC
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