BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 20, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers

Brand: BLACK+DECKER

Hazards: Burn Hazard

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9443 |
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Recall Summary

Product BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers
Brand BLACK+DECKER
Category Consumer Goods
Recall Number 9443
Hazard Burn Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date November 03, 2022
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

Recall Summary
Empower Brands, a subsidiary of Spectrum Brands, Inc., of Middleton, Wisconsin, initiated a recall of BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers. The recall was published on November 3, 2022, under CPSC Recall Number 23034. The recall involves approximately 518,500 units sold in the United States. The steamers were manufactured in China.

Affected Products
The recall includes BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers with date codes 102ZJ through 210ZJ. The date code is located on the plug blades. The steamers were sold in a variety of colors. The name “BLACK+DECKER” is printed at the base of the steamer. The steamer measures approximately 11 inches high by 6 inches wide and has a large handle. The model number is printed on the bottom of the steamer and on all sides of the color package. UPC codes are printed on the sides, back, and bottom of the color package.

Only steamers without a green dot on the bottom of the package or a notched triangle on the underside of its upper assembly are included in this recall. The specific models, date codes, and UPCs are as follows:
– Model HGS011F: Date codes 102ZJ – 210ZJ; UPC 0 50875 82840 7
– Model HGS011S: Date codes 104ZJ – 210ZJ; UPC 0 50875 82839 1
– Model HGS011: Date codes 102ZJ – 204ZJ; UPC 0 50875 82838 4

The products were sold at Walmart, Target, Bed Bath & Beyond, and other stores nationwide, including online at www.walmart.com, www.target.com, www.bedbathandbeyond.com, and www.blackanddeckerappliances.com. They were sold from June 2021 through September 2022 for between $16 and $23.

Hazard Information
According to the recall notice, the steamers can expel, spray, or leak hot water during use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers. Empower Brands has received 241 reports of hot water expelling from the steamer, including 32 reports of burn injuries. Among those injuries, two were reported as second-degree burns.

Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers. Consumers should then contact Empower Brands to receive a free replacement upper assembly for their steamer.

Official Remedy
The official remedy offered by Empower Brands is a repair. Specifically, consumers will receive a free replacement upper assembly for their steamer. No other remedy options, such as refund or replacement of the entire unit, are specified in the recall notice.

Contact Information
Consumers may contact Empower Brands at 800-990-5298 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday. Consumers may also email the company at hgsrecall@brandprotectplus.com. Additional information is available online at www.prodprotect.com/recall or at www.blackanddeckerappliances.com by clicking on “Safety Notices” at the bottom of the page.

Additional Information
Not specified in the recall notice: The number of units sold in Canada or other countries, the specific date of manufacture for each date code, or any information about previous recalls or corrective actions related to this product. The recall notice does not specify whether any incidents or injuries occurred outside the United States. The recall notice does not provide a specific timeline for when consumers should expect to receive the replacement upper assembly.

Recall Timeline

  • **November 03, 2022** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9443).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled BLACK+DECKER Model HGS011 Easy Garment Steamers?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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