Electric shock

Positec Tool Recalls Worx Brand Blower/Vacs Due to Shock Hazard

Recalled 2015-06-24. Electric shock hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.

About 24,300 and 370 in...Units
2015-06-24Recall date
None reportedInjuries

The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.

What was recalled
This recall involves Worx brand electric blower/vacs. The blower/vacs are black, measure 11 inches high by 19.5 inches long and have the "Worx" logo printed on the side of the motor housing. The model and serial numbers are printed on the opposite side of the motor housing. Model number WG507 and a serial number in one of the following ranges are included in this recall. Model Number Serial number ranges WG507 201418000134 through 201418018263 201418018268 through 201418021382 201511000379 through 201511001397
The hazard
The grounded and ungrounded wiring in the electric blower/vacs could be reversed, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Injuries
None reported
The remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and return them to the place of purchase for a replacement or full refund.

The details

ProductsWorx electric blower/vacs
Imported byPositec Tool Corp
Made inChina
Sold atWalmart, Menards
CPSC recall number15170
What a recall entitles you to

A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.

Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.

The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.

Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.

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