CPSC Recall in 2022: Empower Brands Recalls Black+Decker® Garment Steamers Due to Burn Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 23-034

Date: November 03, 2022

Product Name: BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers

Recall Description:

This recall involves BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers with date codes 102ZJ through 210ZJ located on the plug blades. The steamers were sold in a variety of colors. The name BLACK+DECKER is located at the base of the steamer. The steamer measures about 11 inches high by 6 inches wide and has a large handle. The model numbers are printed on the bottom of the steamer and on all sides of the color package, and UPC codes are printed on the sides, back and bottom of the color package. Only steamers without a green dot on the bottom of the package or a notched triangle on the underside of its upper assembly are included in this recall. ModelDate CodesUPCHGS011F102ZJ - 210ZJ0 50875 82840 7HGS011S104ZJ - 210ZJ0 50875 82839 1HGS011102ZJ - 204ZJ0 50875 82838 4 

Hazard Description:

The steamers can expel, spray or leak hot water during use, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 518,500

Incidents:

Empower Brands has received 241 reports of hot water expelling from the steamer, including 32 reports of burn injuries, two of which were second-degree burns.

Sold At:

Walmart, Target, Bed Bath & Beyond and other stores nationwide, including online at www.walmart.com, www.target.com, www.bedbathandbeyond.com and www.blackanddeckerappliances.com from June 2021 through September 2022 for between $16 and $23.

Manufactured In:

China