CPSC Recall in 2016: BLACK+DECKER™ Recalls Electric Blower/Vacuum/Mulchers Due to Laceration Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-261

Date: September 13, 2016

Product Name: Electric blower/vacuum/mulchers

Recall Description:

This recall involves BLACK+DECKER 3-in-1 electric blower/vacuum/mulchers with model numbers BV5600, BV6000 and BV6600. The model number and “Type 1” are printed on the name plate on the right side of the motor housing. Only “Type 1” blower/vacuum/mulchers are included in this recall. They are orange with black accents, a black fan cover and a two-speed switch. They were sold with a blower tube, a vacuum tube and a reusable collection bag. Model BV6600 also has a rake attachment.

Hazard Description:

The fan cover of the electric blower/vacuum/mulchers can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 560,000 (in addition, about 20,000 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

BLACK+DECKER has received four reports of the fan covers unexpectedly coming off and consumers receiving finger lacerations from contact with the fan.

Sold At:

Lowes and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from May 2013 through September 2016 for between $70 and $90.

Manufactured In:

China

Custom Label:

Nota