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HD Hudson Recalls Battery-Powered Sprayers Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: March 18, 2021 Initiated: March 18, 2021 #21098

Product Description

This recall involves illu-Mist 40001 one-gallon & 40002 two-gallon battery-powered garden sprayers. The sprayers have a plastic triangle-shaped handle in gray with teal blue trim and a white tank with "illu-Mist" printed on the front side of the tank. The sprayers measure 15.5 inches and 19.5 inches in height when assembled.

Reason for Recall

The sprayer's lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery-powered sprayers, remove the battery tray, and look for a brown battery. If the battery is brown, consumers should remove the battery and tray and dispose of them in accordance with local laws for disposal of lithium-ion batteries, and contact HD Hudson for a free replacement battery and tray. Always follow proper battery use and storage procedures as listed in the instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves illu-Mist 40001 one-gallon & 40002 two-gallon battery-powered garden sprayers. The sprayers have a plastic triangle-shaped handle in gray with teal blue trim and a white tank with "illu-Mist" printed on the front side of the tank. The sprayers measure 15.5 inches and 19.5 inches in height when assembled.. Units affected: About 64,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The sprayer's lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery-powered sprayers, remove the battery tray, and look for a brown battery. If the battery is brown, consumers should remove the battery and tray and dispose of them in accordance with local laws for disposal of lithium-ion batteries, and contact HD Hudson for a free replacement battery and tray. Always follow proper battery use and storage procedures as listed in the instructions.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 18, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 21098.