The Craftsman Brand Recalls Blower/Vacs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recalled 2015-12-09. Fire and burn hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 74,000Units
2015-12-09Recall date
YesInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves two models of Craftsman 12-amp electric blower/vacs. The blower/vacs have a red motor housing and a black blower tube and restrictor nozzle, and measure 12 inches high by 34 inches long. Blower/vacs with model number 138.74898 or 138.74899 are being recalled. Model 138.74898 has a variable speed switch and a serial number between SES0100001 and SES1951280. Model 138.74899 has a two-speed switch and a serial number between SER3561101 and SES2141280. The model number, serial number, "Craftsman" and "AC BLOWER / VAC" are printed on the side of the motor housing.
- The hazard
- The blower/vac's motor can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
- Injuries
- Seven reports of the blower/vacs catching fire have been received. One injury has been reported.
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund.
The details
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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