Country Home Products Recalls Leaf and Lawn Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)
Leaf and lawn vacuums
Date of Recall
2016-11-08CPSC Release Number
17-710Manufactured In
U.S.Units
About 3,900Sold By
Country Home Products catalog, website and authorized dealers nationwide, including Tractor Supply Company, from August 2014 through September 2015 for between $1,300 and $2,200.Problem/Hazard
The muffler can overheat and melt the air cleaner cover, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received 20 reports of the vacuums becoming hot to the touch, melting or catching fire. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves Premier, Pro and Pro-XL models of the tow-behind DR leaf and lawn vacuums manufactured by Country Home Products. Recalled units have a serial number between LLV34601 and LLV39980. The leaf and lawn vacuums are towed behind a riding lawnmower to collect leaves and are tan and black in color with a set of two wheels on each side. The DR logo with "Professional Power Done Right" and "leaf and lawn vacuum" are printed on the side of the vacuum. The serial number is located on the left side of the tow bar near the engine.
Model |
Serial Number |
Gallons |
Engine |
Premier |
LLV34601 through LLV39980 |
200 |
Electric start using the R225 engine |
Pro |
321 |
Both manual starts and electric starts using the R300 engine |
|
Pro-XL |
321 |
Both manual starts and electric starts versions using the R390 engine |
Consumer Contact
Country Home Products toll-free at 877-220-0691 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.DRPower.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.Recall Comments
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