Positec Tool Recalls Worx Brand Blower/Vacs Due to Shock Hazard
CPSC recall 15170. Recall date: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The grounded and ungrounded wiring in the electric blower/vacs could be reversed, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and return them to the place of purchase for a replacement or full refund.
CPSC recall 15170 has the recall date 24 Jun 2015. The notice names the firm Positec Tool. The recall has about 24,300 units. The median CPSC recall of 2015 has 6,500 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Electric shock. CPSC gives the product type Leaf Blowers.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | None reported |
|---|---|
| Units | 24,300 |
| Remedy options | Replace, Refund |
| Description | 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 |
| Product | Worx electric blower/vacs, About 24,300 and 370 in Canada, Leaf Blowers |
| Sold at | Menards and Walmart stores nationwide from January 2015 through May 2015 for about $40. |
| Importer | Positec Tool Corp |
| Made in | China |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 24,300Median of 2015: 6,500
- CPSC recalls of 2015
- 305
- Recalls of 2015 with one of the same hazards
- 6%
- Recalls of 2015 in the category Leaf Blowers
- 2%
- Recalls on the register that name Positec Tool
- 2
Other recalls of the firm
| Date | Recall |
|---|---|
| 3 Jul 2025 | Positec Recalls Electric Corded Chainsaws and Pole Saws Due to Laceration Hazard |
Official channels
- CPSC recall notice 15170The notice on the CPSC site, with the pictures and the contact of the firm.
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 15170. https://recallregister.com/product/6425-positec-tool-recalls-worx-brand-blower-vacs-due-to-shock-hazard/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 15170 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
None reported
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Menards and Walmart stores nationwide from January 2015 through May 2015 for about $40.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 15170?
- CPSC lists 2 remedy options:
Replace, Refund
- How many units are in CPSC recall 15170?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 24,300 and 370 in Canada