CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The blower/vac's motor can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • December 9, 2015

The Craftsman Brand Recalls Blower/Vacs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

This recall involves two models of Craftsman 12-amp electric blower/vacs. The blower/vacs have a red motor housing and a black blower tube and restrictor nozzle, and measure 12 inches high by 34 inches long. Blower/vacs with model number 138.74898 or 138.74899 are being recalled. Model 138.74898 has a variable speed switch and a serial number between SES0100001 and SES1951280. Model 138.74899 has a two-speed switch and a serial number between SER3561101 and SES2141280. The model number, serial number, "Craftsman" and "AC BLOWER / VAC" are printed on the side of the motor housing.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund.

Contact Information

The Craftsman brand hotline toll-free at 888-266-7096 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Friday through Sunday, or online at www.craftsman.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.

Recall Details

Sold At
ACE Hardware, Orchard Supply Hardware, and Sears stores nationwide and online from January 2013 through October 2015 for between $50 and $100.
Injuries
Seven reports of the blower/vacs catching fire have been received. One injury has been reported.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
16056

Product Information

Product Name
Blower/Vac
Product Type
Leaf Blowers
Number of Units
About 74,000
Imported By
Sears, Roebuck & Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone 888-266-7096
Website www.craftsman.com
Full Contact Information

The Craftsman brand hotline toll-free at 888-266-7096 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Friday through Sunday, or online at www.craftsman.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.