The Hazard
CLASS 1 WARNING: LACERATION
DR Power Equipment is recalling leaf vacuums. The impeller inside the vacuum can break. This can send pieces flying out of the machine. This poses a laceration hazard to users and bystanders.
About 60,250 (In addition, about 1,023 were sold in Canada) DR Power Equipment previously recalled 57,200 leaf blowers and vacuums in May 2024. New models of leaf vacuums have been added to this recall
Why This Happens: Technical Breakdown
The leaf vacuums are being recalled because the impeller, which is the part that sucks up and chops the leaves, can break apart during use. This is due to a manufacturing defect that makes the impeller weaker than it should be. When the impeller breaks, the pieces can be ejected from the vacuum at high speed.
These flying pieces can cause serious injuries if they hit someone. The risk is higher if the user is not wearing proper safety gear, or if there are other people nearby when the vacuum is being used. The company has received reports of injuries related to this issue, prompting the recall to prevent further harm.
Affected Products
Check your product against the following:
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL33006DMN
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL35008DENSD
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL33006DMNR
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL35008DMN
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL35008DEN
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL35008DMNR
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL35008DENR
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL35008DMNSD
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL33106DMN
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL35108DEN
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL33106DMNR
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL35108DENR
- Walk Behind Leaf Vacuum WL35108DENSD
- Tow Behind LL3 LL31027DMN
- Tow Behind LL33032DEN
- Tow Behind LL33032DENR
- Tow Behind LL33032DENSD
- Tow Behind LL33032DMN
- Tow Behind LL35045DEN
- Tow Behind LL35045DMN
- Tow Behind LL35045DMNR
- Tow Behind LL37045DEN
- Tow Behind LL37045DMN
- Tow Behind LL37045DMNR
- Tow Behind LL37045DMNSD
- Tow Behind LL37060DEN
- Tow Behind LL37060DENR
- Tow Behind LL37145DEN
- Tow Behind LL31127DMN
- Tow Behind LL33132DMN
- Tow Behind LL37160DEN
- Tow Behind LL31127DMNR
- Tow Behind LL33132DMNR
- Tow Behind LL33132DEN
- Tow Behind LL35145DEN
- Tow Behind LL33132DENSD
- Tow Behind LL35145DMN
- Tow Behind LL2 LL21009DMN
- Tow Behind LL21009DMNR
- Tow Behind LL21009DMNSD
- Tow Behind LL23009DEN
- Tow Behind LL23009DENR
- Tow Behind LL23009DENSD
- Tow Behind LL23009DMN
- Tow Behind LL23009DMNR
- Tow Behind LL23009DMNT
- Tow Behind LL25013DEN
- Tow Behind LL25013DENR
- Tow Behind LL25013DENSD
- Tow Behind LL25013DMN
- Tow Behind LL25013DMNR
- Tow Behind LL25013DMNSD
- Tow Behind LL27016DEN
- Tow Behind LL27016DENR
- Tow Behind LL27016DENSD
- Tow Behind LL27016DMN
- Tow Behind LL27016DMNR
- Tow Behind LL27016DMNSD
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX13EDTDV3BF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX13EDTDVBBF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX13ENTDV3BF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX13ENTDVBBF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX13MDTDV3BF0
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX13MDTDV3BF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX13MDTDVBBF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX13MNTDV3BF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX13MNTDVBBF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16E
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16EDTDV3BF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16EDTDVBBF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16ENTDV2BF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16ENTDV3BF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16ENTDVBBF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16MDTDV2BF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16MDTDV3BF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16MDTDVBBF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16MNTDV2BF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16MNTDV3BF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX16MNTDVBBF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX9AMDTDVBBF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX9AMNTDVBBF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVX9GMNTDVBBF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVXX9EDTDV3BF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVXX9EDTDVBBF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVXX9ENTDV3BF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVXX9ENTDVBBF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVXX9MDTDV3BF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVXX9MDTDVBBF1
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVXX9MNTDV3BF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVXX9MNTDVBBF3
- Tow Behind LL2 Models LLVXX9MNTDVBTF3
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Sentinel Action Plan
- STOP: Immediately stop using the recalled leaf vacuums.
- DOCUMENT: Find the model number on your leaf vacuum. Walk-behind models have it on the front right side behind the wheel. Tow-behind models have it on the impeller housing beside the engine.
- ACT: Contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit. You can reach them at 877-221-4038 or recall@drpower.com. You can also visit their website at https://www.drpower.com/LLV-FreeRepairKit or https://www.drpower.com/ and click on “Product Recalls”.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the problem with these leaf vacuums?
The impeller (the part that chops up leaves) can break and send pieces flying out, posing a laceration hazard.
How do I know if my leaf vacuum is affected?
Check the model number. The model number on the walk-behind leaf vacuum is located on the front right side of the unit behind the wheel. The model number on the tow-behind leaf vacuum is on the impeller housing beside the engine. Compare it to the list of recalled models.
What should I do if I have a recalled leaf vacuum?
Stop using it immediately and contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit.
Can I get compensation?
If you suffered injuries or property damage, you may be entitled to compensation. Use our free Legal Rights Assessment above.
Legal Rights Assessment
This recall involves severe, life-threatening safety risks. If you or a family member suffered injuries or property damage, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation.
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