CPSC, RMM Corporation Announce Recall of BLACK CAT® Electric Pressure Washers
This recall was issued November 15, 2004.
- Posted
- November 15, 2004
- Recall Number
- 05045
- Quantity
- About 30,500
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The electric motor in the pressure washer can overheat and melt the housing, possibly igniting nearby flammable materials or exposing live electrical parts.
Action Taken
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
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Incidents & Injuries
RMM and CPSC are aware of fewer than 20 incidents of pressure washers overheating, including one report of damage to a wooden deck. Many of these incidents occurred when the pressure washer was left running and unattended. No injuries have been reported.