CPSC, Emerson Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums

Active Recall Announced January 13, 2005 CPSC #05084

Quick answer

CPSC, Emerson Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums is CPSC recall #05084, announced on January 13, 2005. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Ridgid® 16-gallon 2-in-1 Blower Vac, Model WD16650, has light gray drums with orange lids, gray power heads, and black wheels. The recalled units have the model number and a serial number from 04104C through 04114C located on a label on the side of the power head. "Ridgid® 2 in 1 Blower Vac" is written on the front of the units. The remedy is if the air intake shield is missing, consumers should stop using their vacuum and contact the firm for a free repair kit.. Affected brand: Emerson Tool Co..

Hazard

The Ridgid® 16-gallon 2-in-1 Blower Vac, Model WD16650, has light gray drums with orange lids, gray power heads, and black wheels. The recalled units have the model number and a serial number from 04104C through 04114C located on a label on the side of the power head. "Ridgid® 2 in 1 Blower Vac" is written on the front of the units.

Affected products

Ridgid® 16-Gallon, Model WD16650 2-in-1 Blower Vac

Recalled brands

Emerson Tool Co.

Remedy

If the air intake shield is missing, consumers should stop using their vacuum and contact the firm for a free repair kit.

Recall date

January 13, 2005

Categories

Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #05084?

CPSC recall #05084 covers CPSC, Emerson Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on January 13, 2005. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Ridgid® 16-gallon 2-in-1 Blower Vac, Model WD16650, has light gray drums with orange lids, gray power heads, and black wheels. The recalled units have the model number and a serial number from 04104C through 04114C located on a label on the side of the power head. "Ridgid® 2 in 1 Blower Vac" is written on the front of the units.

What is the remedy for recall #05084?

The CPSC remedy for recall #05084 is if the air intake shield is missing, consumers should stop using their vacuum and contact the firm for a free repair kit.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Emerson Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Emerson-Tool-Co-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-WetDry-Vacuums. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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