CPSC Recall in 2013: Electric Blower Vacuums Recalled by OWT Industries Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2013.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-123

Date: February 21, 2013

Product Name: Expert Gardener Electric Blower Vacuums

Recall Description:

Objects drawn into the vacuum can break through the  plastic housing.

Hazard Description:

Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 131,500

Incidents:

There has been one report of an incident with the recalled blower vacuums. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2012 through December 2012 for about $40.

Manufactured In:

China