Published by If you purchased a recalled DR walk-behind leaf vacuum (or tow-behind leaf vacuum) and experienced an ejection event, laceration, or related losses, you may be eligible for legal review and potential compensation through a Walk-Behind Leaf Blower Recall Class Action Lawsuit or related claim.
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Table Of Contents
- What’s the Problem?
- Latest Updates
- Product & Usage Overview
- Where and When the Recalled Units Were Sold
- How Many Units Are Affected?
- Incidents & Injuries
- Recall Remedy: Free Repair Kit (New Remedy)
- Company Information
- Do You Qualify for a Walk-Behind Leaf Blower Recall Class Action Lawsuit?
- Legal Theories & Liability Grounds
- Statute of Limitations & Timing
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Why You Should Act Now
- References
What’s the Problem?
This recall involves DR Power Equipment walk-behind leaf vacuums and tow-behind leaf vacuums. Pieces can come loose inside the unit, or debris can pierce the chute, which can cause material to eject from the machine and create a laceration hazard to users and bystanders.
Latest Updates
- January 08, 2026 – CPSC announced Recall No. 26-166, reannouncing and expanding the recall of DR Power Equipment walk-behind leaf vacuums and tow-behind leaf vacuums due to a laceration hazard, with a new remedy available. [1]
Product & Usage Overview
This recall involves DR Power Equipment walk-behind leaf vacuums and tow-behind leaf vacuums with the model numbers listed in the recall notice. “DR” is printed on the motor housing.
How to Find the Model Number
- Walk-behind leaf vacuum: The model number is located on the front right side of the unit behind the wheel.
- Tow-behind leaf vacuum: The model number is on the impeller housing beside the engine.
Recalled Model Numbers (As Listed in the Recall)
Note: The model numbers may or may not have spaces as printed on the data tags.
Walk-Behind Leaf Vacuum
- WL33006DMN
- WL33006DMNR
- WL35008DEN
- WL35008DENR
- WL35008DENSD
- WL35008DMN
- WL35008DMNR
- WL35008DMNSD
- WL33106DMN
- WL33106DMNR
- WL35108DEN
- WL35108DENR
- WL35108DENSD
Tow-Behind LL3
- LL31027DMN
- LL33032DEN
- LL33032DENR
- LL33032DENSD
- LL33032DMN
- LL35045DEN
- LL35045DMN
- LL35045DMNR
- LL37045DEN
- LL37045DMN
- LL37045DMNR
- LL37045DMNSD
- LL37060DEN
- LL37060DENR
- LL37145DEN
- LL31127DMN
- LL33132DMN
- LL37160DEN
- LL31127DMNR
- LL33132DMNR
- LL33132DEN
- LL35145DEN
- LL33132DENSD
- LL35145DMN
Tow-Behind LL2
- LL21009DMN
- LL21009DMNR
- LL21009DMNSD
- LL23009DEN
- LL23009DENR
- LL23009DENSD
- LL23009DMN
- LL23009DMNR
- LL23009DMNT
- LL25013DEN
- LL25013DENR
- LL25013DENSD
- LL25013DMN
- LL25013DMNR
- LL25013DMNSD
- LL27016DEN
- LL27016DENR
- LL27016DENSD
- LL27016DMN
- LL27016DMNR
- LL27016DMNSD
Additional LL2 Models
- LLVX13EDTDV3BF1
- LLVX13EDTDVBBF1
- LLVX13ENTDV3BF3
- LLVX13ENTDVBBF3
- LLVX13MDTDV3BF0
- LLVX13MDTDV3BF1
- LLVX13MDTDVBBF1
- LLVX13MNTDV3BF3
- LLVX13MNTDVBBF3
- LLVX16E
- LLVX16EDTDV3BF1
- LLVX16EDTDVBBF1
- LLVX16ENTDV2BF3
- LLVX16ENTDV3BF3
- LLVX16ENTDVBBF3
- LLVX16MDTDV2BF1
- LLVX16MDTDV3BF1
- LLVX16MDTDVBBF1
- LLVX16MNTDV2BF3
- LLVX16MNTDV3BF3
- LLVX16MNTDVBBF3
- LLVX9AMDTDVBBF3
- LLVX9AMNTDVBBF3
- LLVX9GMNTDVBBF3
- LLVXX9EDTDV3BF1
- LLVXX9EDTDVBBF1
- LLVXX9ENTDV3BF3
- LLVXX9ENTDVBBF3
- LLVXX9MDTDV3BF1
- LLVXX9MDTDVBBF1
- LLVXX9MNTDV3BF3
- LLVXX9MNTDVBBF3
- LLVXX9MNTDVBTF3
Where and When the Recalled Units Were Sold
The recalled units were sold at independent power equipment stores nationwide and online at drpower.com from September 2014 through June 2025 for between $1,300 and $4,000.
How Many Units Are Affected?
Approximately 60,250 units were sold in the United States. In addition, about 1,023 units were sold in Canada. The recall notice also states that DR Power Equipment previously recalled 57,200 leaf blowers and vacuums in May 2024, and that new models of leaf vacuums have been added to this recall.
Incidents & Injuries
The firm received 46 reports of loose pieces being ejected from the units. No injuries were reported at the time of the recall announcement.
Recall Remedy: Free Repair Kit (New Remedy)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled leaf vacuums and contact DR Power for a free repair kit that includes a metal outer shield to be bolted onto the existing chute of the recalled leaf vacuums, along with installation instructions. Consumers can also contact DR Power for information and assistance on making the repair. Consumers who responded to the original recall should nevertheless contact DR Power for the new remedy.
Consumer Contact Information
- Phone: 877-221-4038 (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday)
- Email: recall@drpower.com
- Online: www.drpower.com/LLV-FreeRepairKit (or visit www.drpower.com and click “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page)
Company Information
- Manufacturer: Generac Power Systems Inc., Waukesha, Wisconsin
- Distributor: DR Power Equipment, South Burlington, Vermont
- Manufactured in: United States
Do You Qualify for a Walk-Behind Leaf Blower Recall Class Action Lawsuit?
You may qualify to pursue a Walk-Behind Leaf Blower Recall Class Action Lawsuit (or a related individual product-liability claim) if one or more of the following apply:
- You purchased a recalled DR walk-behind leaf vacuum or tow-behind leaf vacuum identified in the recall.
- You experienced an ejection event consistent with the hazard described in the recall (loose pieces ejecting or debris/material ejecting through the chute).
- You suffered a laceration injury or incurred documented losses such as medical expenses, lost income, or other measurable damages tied to the incident.
- You have documentation linking the specific model and the incident (purchase records, photos, service documentation, or witness information).
Evidence You Should Gather
- Proof of purchase (receipt, invoice, order confirmation).
- Photos of the unit, including “DR” on the motor housing and the model number location (walk-behind: front right side behind the wheel; tow-behind: impeller housing beside the engine).
- Photos of the chute area and any damage consistent with the hazard.
- Medical records and itemized bills if an injury occurred.
- Any communications with DR Power about the repair kit and remedy status.
Damages You Can Recover
Recoverable damages depend on state law and the facts of the incident, but may include:
- Medical expenses: emergency care, stitches, surgery, follow-up treatment, and rehabilitation.
- Lost wages: time missed from work and reduced earning capacity in serious injury cases.
- Pain and suffering: physical pain, scarring, and emotional distress tied to the injury.
- Out-of-pocket costs: travel, medical supplies, and other incident-related expenses.
Legal Theories & Liability Grounds
Depending on the evidence, claims involving recalled outdoor power equipment may be evaluated under common product-liability frameworks such as:
- Defective design or manufacture: allegations that the unit can eject material due to internal component issues or chute vulnerability during foreseeable use.
- Strict product liability: claims that the product was unreasonably dangerous when sold.
- Failure to warn: claims focused on the adequacy of safety warnings and instructions prior to recall remedies (case-specific).
Statute of Limitations & Timing
Deadlines for filing personal injury and product liability claims vary by state. If an incident occurred, preserving the equipment (including the chute components), documenting the model number, and maintaining repair-kit communications can be important to protecting potential claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What should I do if I own a recalled DR leaf vacuum?
Stop using it immediately and contact DR Power to request the free repair kit that includes a metal outer shield and installation instructions. - I already responded to the earlier recall. Do I still need to do anything?
Yes. The recall notice states that consumers who responded to the original recall should nevertheless contact DR Power for the new remedy. - Were injuries reported?
No injuries were reported at the time of the recall announcement, though the firm reported 46 ejection incidents.
Why You Should Act Now
This recall identifies a mechanism that can cause sudden, forceful ejection of material, creating a serious laceration hazard to both operators and bystanders. If you own one of the recalled DR leaf vacuums, stop using it and request the free repair kit promptly. If you were injured or incurred losses following an ejection event, a legal review can help determine whether a Walk-Behind Leaf Blower Recall Class Action Lawsuit or individual claim is appropriate and what documentation is needed to support your case.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/DR-Power-Equipment-Reannounces-and-Expands-Recall-of-Leaf-Vacuums-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard-New-Remedy-Available