Fingerhut Recalls Master Craft® Pressure Washers Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 08569 · announced April 8, 2008 · Fingerhut Direct Marketing · 1,900 units affected
The product
This recall involves Master Craft® pressure washers with model number ABW-3100G. The model number is located on a label under the handle. The pressure washer has a yellow housing and the name, Master Craft® printed on the side.
The hazard
The motor on the pressure washer can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the pressure washers immediately, unplug them and return the pressure washer to Fingerhut for a refund or replacement product. A pre-paid shipping label will be provided to consumers. Fingerhut is directly contacting purchasers of the pressure washers.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Fingerhut has received four reports of smoke coming from the unit, including one report of fire. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Fingerhut catalogs and Fingerhut.com from July 2007 through March 2008 for about $100.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Fingerhut Direct Marketing at (866) 931-5417 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.fingerhut.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.