CPSC, Applica Consumer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Black & Decker® Brand ProBlend® Blenders
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-03-11 · 05132
Hazards
The blades can weaken or break during use, while making frozen beverages. A broken blade presents a risk of injury, if taken into the mouth or swallowed.
Recall
Number
05132
Date
2005-03-11
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Black & Decker® brand ProBlend® blenders
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Elec-Tech International Co. Ltd., of China
Retailer(s)
Retailers nationwide, from December 2003 to January 2005, for between $40 and $60.
Distributor(s)
Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miramar, Fla.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recall includes Black & Decker® brand ProBlend® models BL5000, BL5900 and BL6000. The recalled ProBlend® products are 5-speed, 550-watt blenders with 48-ounce marked glass jars. Each model has a die-cast, brushed stainless steel base bearing the name "Black & Decker." The model number is located on the bottom of the product.