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22 reports to CPSC, the latest made May 18, 2023. A report isn’t a recall.

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At a glance

From SaferProducts.gov, released Nov 4, 2026.

  • 22reports to CPSC
  • May 18, 2023the latest report was made
  • May 16, 2011the earliest
  • 20with the company’s comments
Brand
Craftsman
Maker
Sears Holdings Management CorporationMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product
Air compressorsOn their ownCPSC’s product type: Air Compressors (Separate) (code 823), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Tools & Hardware
Other ways the reports write the brand (5)

“Craftsman Air Compressor”, “Crafstman”, “Craftsman Professional”, “Craftsman/[REDACTED]” and “craftsman sears”

By month

1 report from June 2022 to May 2023; the most in May 2023, 1. 21 earlier reports, since May 2011, are in the table.
The numbers, as a table
Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
MonthReports
May 20231
November 20191
November 20181
January 20181
November 20171
May 20171
August 20151
October 20141
December 20131
November 20131
April 20132
December 20121
October 20121
August 20121
February 20121
January 20122
November 20111
August 20111
July 20111
May 20111

How badly anyone was hurt

  • Seen by a doctor or nurse 1 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
  • Hurt, no treatment 1 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
  • Hurt, care not known 1 CPSC: Injury, Level of care not known
  • No one hurt 18 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
  • No incident, no one hurt 1 CPSC: No Incident, No Injury

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

Source:

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Nov 4, 2026. Updated daily.

  1. No one hurt

    Made May 18, 2023, sent to the company Jun 1, 2023, published by CPSC Jun 23, 2023

    The product, in the report: [REDACTED] air compressors; I have four which all have developed the same/similar problem; they will not shut off even when maximum pressure is reached.

    Craftsman/Sears air compressors; I have four in our home in California all with defective regulators which allow the unit to run endlessly and eventually overheating and shorting out. Sears will not accept them back or offer an exchange for ANT of them.

    Bought from
    Sears and Lowes
    Bought
    Apr 22, 1931, about then
    Where
    Pine Grove, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman/[REDACTED], made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  2. Hurt, no treatment

    Made Nov 6, 2019, sent to the company Dec 9, 2019, published by CPSC Dec 23, 2019

    The product, in the report: Air Compressor (used with power tools) 26 gallon

    The consumer used the compressor once in a while (maybe once every few weeks/months).

    Recently (Summer 2019), the consumer started using the compressor for longer periods of time (approx.. 30 – 60 minutes) if it lasted that long. The air compressor would be in use, but the pressure would decrease and it would stop operating. The setting would drop as it recycled and the compressor would not turn back on. The air compressor then began to get extremely hot. The consumer said he burned his fingers when touching the air compressor after one of these incidents (date unknown).

    Once the consumer began to use the air compressor for more than 1 cycle, the problem began to happen every time he used the machine.

    10/31/2019: The consumer saw [REDACTED] referenced on-line and called the firm’s recall phone number: [REDACTED], but was told his machine was not included and there was nothing they could do for him. Nothing else transpired.

    The consumer believes that this issue presents a fire and burn hazard.

    Model
    921.164710
    Bought from
    Sears
    Bought
    Jan 1, 2013, about then
    Where
    Jacksonville, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
  3. No one hurt

    Made Nov 12, 2018, sent to the company Dec 13, 2018, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2019

    The product, in the report: Craftsman 2 hp 26 gallon 150 psi

    Was filling my car tires when the compressor started to smoke and trip the Circuit Breaker

    Model
    919-167280
    Serial number
    2616120029
    Bought from
    Sears, Florida
    Bought
    Mar 12, 2006, about then
    Where
    Panama City, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 57, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman Air Compressor, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  4. No one hurt

    Made Jan 15, 2018, sent to the company Apr 11, 2018, published by CPSC Apr 25, 2018

    The product, in the report: Craftsman air compressor model # 919.167320

    I have a craftsman air compressor (model 919.167320). Several years ago, I replace the shroud as part of a recall on the product to prevent accidental fires. Recently, my air compressor caught on fire and I had to use a fire extinguisher to put it out.

    Model
    919.167320
    Serial number
    2616014953
    Bought from
    DEVILBISS AIR POWER COMPANY, Tennessee
    Bought
    Jan 24, 2006, about then
    Where
    Evans, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 56, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  5. No one hurt

    Made Nov 27, 2017, sent to the company Mar 16, 2018, published by CPSC Apr 2, 2018

    The product, in the report: Craftsman 26 gallon vertical air compressor

    While using a Craftsman upright air compressor, the motor began overheating. This cause the room to fill with a strong burning smell and some smoke. The unit was immediadely unplugged and not used again. Have since learned that there is a recall on these models for the motor overheating and being a fire risk

    Model
    919-167280
    Serial number
    2616153348
    Bought from
    Sears, Alabama
    Bought
    Jan 1, 2007
    Where
    Andalusia, Alabama: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  6. No one hurt

    Made May 8, 2017, sent to the company Jul 14, 2017, published by CPSC Jul 28, 2017

    The product, in the report: Craftsman upright 33 gallon air compressor

    I was using the air compressor to run tools while working on my vehicle. While it was running, it started smoking so I turned it off. A few minutes later I noticed it was dripping burning plastic from under the shroud so I quickly pulled out out of my garage and removed the shroud to find the motor on fire.

    Model
    919.167320
    Serial number
    3306039956
    Bought from
    Sears
    Bought
    Apr 1, 2006, about then
    Where
    SAINT PETERS, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 36, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  7. No one hurt

    Made Aug 25, 2015, sent to the company Sep 2, 2015, published by CPSC Sep 17, 2015

    The product, in the report: Craftsman air compressor

    Craftsman air compressor model# 921.164710 purchased in late 2011. The motor caught fire during operation, had to be put out with a fire extinguisher.

    Model
    921.164710
    Serial number
    001814
    Bought from
    Sears, Georgia
    Bought
    Nov 30, 2011
    Where
    Canton, Georgia: Unspecified
    Who was involved
    Age 32, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  8. Seen by a doctor or nurse

    Made Oct 2, 2014, sent to the company Oct 27, 2014, published by CPSC Nov 10, 2014

    The product, in the report: Air Compressor 26 gallon, 1.5 horsepower

    The consumer stated that this was the second time he was using the air compressor. He stated that he received a 2nd degree burn on his arm from the air compressor.

    The consumer stated that he hooked up the hoses and started the compressor up. The consumer turned off the air compressor after use. The consumer lifted up the hose by the handle. The consumer went to drain the tank by opening the valve. The consumer’s right forearm came in contact with the brass fitting. The consumer realized that his skin was burning and moved away.

    The consumer stated that he has a 1-2 inch blister. The consumer went to the doctor for the blister and used topical antibiotics for its treatment.

    The consumer stated that he has not been able to speak to someone at Sears. The consumer has received a runaround.

    The consumer believes that there should be some sort of a guard on the compressor to avoid burn. The consumer stated that a passerby can touch it and get burnt if there are no guards on it.

    Model
    921.164710
    Serial number
    0050754
    Bought from
    Sears, Michigan
    Bought
    Dec 1, 2012, about then
    Where
    Flat Rock, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 52, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
  9. No one hurt

    Made Dec 20, 2013, sent to the company Dec 31, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 15, 2014

    The product, in the report: Craftsman air compressor purchased from Sears on 11/19/2004 model# 919165380 serial# 2361148333

    Pressure swich part number Z-D27226 is defective. It will not shut off automatically nor manually. It will keep compressing air into the tank. If allowed the tank will explode.

    Model
    919165380
    UPC
    i dont know
    Serial number
    2361148333
    Bought from
    Sears
    Bought
    Nov 19, 2004
    Where
    LENEXA, Kansas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  10. Hurt, care not known

    Made Nov 15, 2013, sent to the company Dec 9, 2013, published by CPSC Dec 23, 2013

    The product, in the report: Air Compressor, 20 gallon

    The consumer stated that when the compressor is started to fill up the tank, there is a tube on it that becomes extremely hot. The consumer stated that the tube (outlet tube #24) attaches to the check valve. The consumer stated that by the time the compressor fills up, the tube has become hot enough to severely burn someone.

    The tube has heat sinking vents on it. The consumer stated that the tube is unprotected and uncovered.

    The consumer stated that he realized the overheating problem with the tube when he touched it accidently and burned his finger.

    There are no recalls on this model.

    Model
    921.169130
    Serial number
    0019050
    Bought from
    Sears, California
    Bought
    Sep 1, 2013, about then
    Where
    Riverside, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, Level of care not known
  11. No one hurt

    Made Apr 15, 2013, sent to the company May 6, 2013, published by CPSC May 20, 2013

    The product, in the report: Air Compressor

    The consumer says he last used the compressor on Friday night. On Sunday night he heard a loud explosion. The unit was plugged in.

    He noticed the plastic casing that covers the motor on top of the compressor had gotten really hot and cracked in many places. He says it looks like it just blew apart. The compressor is no longer working.

    His next step is to contact the manufacturer.

    Model
    921-16472N
    Bought from
    Sears
    Bought
    Apr 15, 2012, about then
    Where
    Henderson, Nevada: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  12. No incident, no one hurt

    Made Apr 10, 2013, sent to the company May 14, 2013, published by CPSC May 29, 2013

    The product, in the report: Air compressor

    I know your time is as valuable as mine, but I appeal to you to make proactive my concerns about the above referenced. I enclose a copy of impersonal form letter received from Sears front and back. Also, I enclose my letters to [REDACTED] dated 4 January 13 and 28 January 13 respectively. Also, letter to [REDACTED] dated 28 January 13. My initial letter to [REDACTED] explained my position concerning original purchase. Also, my concern for even continuing to house a faulty piece of electrical product capable of starting a fire. I was quite disappointed by the response from his customer service center. Especially, he not personally responding. I then wrote [REDACTED], to date no response. Understand, my letters are fashioned to be professional, but their subsequent responses inflamed me to mix in some direct blunt comments.

    Personally, I am concerned about this product being a fire hazard. I want a safe operating product, not a potential hazard. I, in good faith, trusted the product and paid their asking price for the product. I needed the product to perform for my needs. This is not a product of my irresponsibility. I request the product not be patched, but replaced for safety purposes. Further, I should not be ‘strong armed’ into having to replace their defective work.

    Model
    919.167342
    Serial number
    2302192423
    Bought from
    SEARS
    Where
    TRENTON, South Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman Air Compressor, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    No Incident, No Injury
  13. No one hurt

    Made Dec 2, 2012, sent to the company Dec 20, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 8, 2013

    The product, in the report: Craftsman air compressor

    I found my sears air compressor burnt up in my garage. o i went on sears web sight and found they were having a problem with my modle number .It said to un plug it and not use it untill the repairs were made. TOO LATE it has burned up. I called sears they found my account and when i had purchased it along with modle numbers. They told me that they could help me and there were no recall.?????? A month later i recieved a recall repair notice from sears saying to unplug the compressor and to not use it untill the problem with it was corrected. Because it could over heat and catch fire . A little late dont you think seeing the new they had a problem back in august of 2012.Customer solutions of sears did nothing for me.??????

    Model
    919167312
    Serial number
    2516010164
    Bought from
    sears store
    Where
    WestBrookfield, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  14. No one hurt

    Made Oct 31, 2012, sent to the company Dec 7, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 21, 2012

    The product, in the report: Air compressor 60 Gal vertical Tank (black) 3.2 Horsepower motor

    The consumer stated that the air compressor turned on auto and immediately he started to hear crackling sounds being emitted by the motor. The consumer stated that he looked at the motor and noticed that it also emitted sparks. He stated that he unplugged the air compressor and took a second look at the motor and noticed a (1” tall) flame inside the motor. The consumer stated that he blew out the flame inside.

    The consumer stated that he did not notice any other visible damages to the air compressor. The consumer stated that he hasn’t use the air compressor since the incident.

    No one was injured.

    The consumer believed that this product should be investigated since it poses a fire hazard to the consumer.

    The consumer contacted the manufacturer and they requested for him to contact them back at a later time due to a system update.

    Model
    919.184193
    UPC
    Unknown
    Serial number
    2903013850
    Bought from
    Sears, Kentucky
    Bought
    Jan 1, 2010, about then
    Where
    Louisville, Kentucky: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman Professional, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  15. No one hurt

    Made Aug 23, 2012, sent to the company Sep 5, 2012, published by CPSC Sep 19, 2012

    The product, in the report: Air compressor (You don’t have a category for tools)

    In June, 2010, I received a Craftsman air compressor (#00915215000 Mfr. model #15215) as a gift. I have used it very sparingly at my “up north” home. It has been used less than a dozen times all told. My son needed it (July 4th) to inflate a tow tube for the boat. when he turned it on he was shocked so hard that he collapsed to the ground - even the GFI didn’t trip. My electrician friend came over and, not believing me, tried it and got the exact same reaction. the then put his meter on it and told me that the circuitry was running thru the metal outside parts. When I contacted Sears repair, their only concern was that I did not purchase the “insurance policy” for mechanical failure.

    I am concerned that some one will get killed. Both my son, and the electrician were barefoot, on the cement basement floor. If a person is not going to ground, they are safe, but if they are “grounded”, they are in mortal danger. Thank God the floor was dry!

    Sears, obviously needs to be prodded in to action. If you need my correspondence with them, email me and I will forward it to you.

    Model
    #00915215000 Mfr. model #15215 air compressor
    Serial number
    unknown
    Bought from
    Sears, Illinois
    Bought
    Jun 10, 2010
    Where
    Hale, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 34, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Child
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  16. No one hurt

    Made Feb 6, 2012, sent to the company Feb 14, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 29, 2012

    The product, in the report: 90 psi 3/4 hp 4 gal electrically driven air compressor.

    Air compressor caught fire. Apparently, a short in the electrical motor atop the compressor caught the plastic shroud around the motor on fire.

    Model
    Craftsman Model 921.152150
    Serial number
    0074200
    Where
    Arroyo Grande, California: Industrial
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  17. No one hurt

    Made Jan 24, 2012, sent to the company Jan 31, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 14, 2012

    The product, in the report: craftsman 1 hp. 3 gal. red round air compressor with single handle above compressor motor

    used compressor to blow down lawn mower. left plugged in inside storage building and unhooked yellow coiled air line. went back to storage building 2 days later and found air compressor burnt up. motor area plastic covering was totally burnt up , even the handle insulation was destroyed. breaker was kicked out and power was off to storage building. it looked like capacitor had blown up and started fire but this may have been from plastic burning off. motor rear end had covering burnt totallly off air line melted down , air chuck rubber hose burnt up . did not see flame or burning up or what started fire so i have no idea of what caused ignition of compressor

    Model
    15310
    UPC
    not able to read
    Serial number
    not able to read
    Bought from
    sears, Georgia
    Bought
    Dec 15, 2009, about then
    Where
    kingsland, Georgia: Other
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand craftsman sears, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  18. No one hurt

    Made Jan 7, 2012, sent to the company Jan 17, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2012

    The product, in the report: 22 Gal, vertical, red in color, Permanently lubricated, single stage, portable air compressor

    While using a Craftsman 919.167220 air compressor the end cap of the motor started smoking and burning the plastic. The air compressor end cap burnt/melted severely, but my father and I were able to unplug the unit before anything else ignited or caught on fire.

    The Craftsman Id tag shows it was made 08-05-02 and the serial # is 2216130113 . There is a metal plate as well, it states “CERTIFIED BY DeVILBISS AIR POWER COMPANY” and contains additional information.

    The air compressor unit is no longer usable due to extreme amount of damage.

    Model
    919.167220
    Serial number
    2216130113
    Bought from
    Sears
    Bought
    Dec 1, 2003, about then
    Where
    Pensacola, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 41, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    Reports CPSC links to it
    20120529-15FD3-2147467167
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  19. No one hurt

    Made Nov 21, 2011, sent to the company Nov 30, 2011, published by CPSC Dec 14, 2011

    The product, in the report: 15 Gallon Craftsman Air Compressor w/vertical tank; Mfrd. by DeVilbiss

    I own a Craftsman air compressor; I had seen a list of recalled air compressors that someone at my workplace had sent out to me; I checked my Model number against the ones listed on the recall. my compressor was not there, but the model number was only digit different from one that was listed; the number on my compressor is 919-166442, the recalled compressors number is 919-16644. Everything about the compressors is the same except the one digit, and the manufacture date; my compressor was made in 2006, and the recalled compressors were made from 5/2004 to 3/2005. the reason the compressors were recalled was that they had a defect that made the motor overheat and made them a fire hazard. My compressor has just recently stopped shutting itself off when it reaches capacity, which would make the motor overheat and create a fire hazard. I believe that my compressor is, or should be part of the recall.

    Model
    919-16642
    Serial number
    2616517390
    Bought from
    Sears
    Bought
    Nov 30, 2009, about then
    Where
    Sperry, Iowa: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  20. No one hurt

    Made Aug 5, 2011, published by CPSC Sep 15, 2011

    The product, in the report: Compressor

    Consumer stated that while his son was using the compressor the motor caught fire, consumer stated that he didnot know how long his son was using it for or what events led up to the fire.

    Caller stated that there was no known incidents before.

    Caller stated that his son stated that he throw a towel or tarp over it to smother fire. The incident left the unit charred and the plastic part on the motor melted. His son took it back to the store and was advised of the charge to replace the motor.

    Caller advised that the unit had similar problems of Release #11-117.

    Caller feels that this unit should be added to the incidents that had occurred.

    Model
    919-167340
    UPC
    unknown
    Serial number
    unknown
    Bought from
    Sears, California
    Bought
    Jul 1, 2002, about then
    Where
    Rocklin, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  21. No one hurt

    Made Jul 19, 2011, published by CPSC Aug 29, 2011

    The product, in the report: Air Compressors 15 gal. horizontal

    Consumer states that his air compressors is not included in the recall CAP for NR#11-117 (February 3, 2011), but CPSC should pursue an investigation on his model and serial number, because his air compressors the exact same problem as the one on recall.

    Consumer said the air compressor was running for 10 minutes when started to make weird noise, sparking, smoking came out the motor area. Consumer immediately unplugged from the electric outlet. No injury.

    Consumer called and explained incident to mfr’s rep. (name unknown) who said that the product is not longer under warranty nor on recall.

    Model
    919.166442
    Serial number
    2616108189
    Bought from
    Sears, Wisconsin
    Bought
    Jul 12, 2006
    Where
    Oshkosh, Wisconsin: Unspecified
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Crafstman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  22. No one hurt

    Made May 16, 2011, published by CPSC Jun 30, 2011

    The product, in the report: Air Compressor

    The consumer says the motor was tripping the reset button on the electric motor. The consumer had a technician inspect it and he determined that it is a motor issue. The consumer says the motor gets extremely warm to the touch. The consumer says once the motor reaches a certain temperature it shuts down, it kicks the reset or the restart button and is the only way you can get the unit turned back on. The consumer says the unit is hot to the touch. The consumer said the problem is definitely in the motor and is experiencing the same thing as listed in the recall.

    Model
    921-166420
    Serial number
    016324
    Bought from
    Sears
    Bought
    Sep 15, 2009
    Where
    Marathon, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Craftsman, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury

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Disclaimer: CPSC does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the contents of the Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database on SaferProducts.gov, particularly with respect to information submitted by people outside of CPSC.

Source:

Word for word, from the disclaimer in CPSC’s export.

Sources

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11 health citations at the latest inspection cycle

The state average is 14.3.

Source:

CMS, State and US Averages and Health Deficiencies. Released Oct 8, 2026. Updated monthly.

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