Public recall detail

Benchmark-branded 22 inch, 15 amp electric snow thrower recalled due to electric shock hazard

2026-10-26

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Consumer products Consumer product recall
Quick summary

Quick summary: Benchmark-branded 22 inch, 15 amp electric snow thrower recalled due to electric shock hazard. Reason: Consumer product recall. Category: Consumer products. Date: 2026-10-26.

Recommended action

Recommended action: stop using or consuming the product if you believe it matches the recall, review the official details, and follow the instructions from the official source.

Recall details

Quick summary: Benchmark-branded 22 inch, 15 amp electric snow thrower recalled due to electric shock hazard. Reason: Consumer product recall. Category: Consumer products. Date: 2026-10-26.

Official details

Affected product details

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BrandBenchmark
ProductBenchmark-branded 22 inch, 15 amp electric snow thrower
IssueConsumer products - Electrical hazard
IdentificationRA-82852

Affected products

BrandBenchmark
ProductBenchmark-branded 22 inch, 15 amp electric snow thrower
DescriptionThis recall involves Benchmark-branded 22-inch, 15 amp electric snow thrower. The Product has a red and black base and wheels and a black handle. The word “BENCHMARK” is written on the side of the product. The product bears model number YF6022, which can be located on a label on the back of the base of the machine.

Issue

The power cable on the affected units may break when exposed to extreme cold weather, causing a potential electric shock injury. As of October 5, 2026, the company has received 19 reports of the power cord of the product breaking in Canada, and no reports of injuries.

What you should do

  • Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Home Hardware for instructions on how to destroy the product in exchange for a refund.
  • For more information, consumers can contact Home Hardware Stores Limited by telephone at 1-877-940-5081, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (ET). Telephone service will be available in English and French. Consumers can also contact the company by email at contactus@homehardware.ca, or by visiting the company website.
  • Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
  • Health Canada would like to remind consumers to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
  • This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
Additional official information
AudienceGeneral public
CategoryConsumer products - Tools and accessories
CompaniesRetailer Home Hardware Stores Limited St. Jacobs ON Canada Supplier Sumec Hardware & Tools Jiangsu China Manufacturer Suzhou Murray Electronics & Machinery Co., Ltd Jiangsu China
Recall date2026-10-26
Published byHealth Canada
Alert / recall typeConsumer product recall
Identification numberRA-82852
Background{}
CompaniesRetailer Home Hardware Stores Limited St. Jacobs ON Canada Supplier Sumec Hardware & Tools Jiangsu China Manufacturer Suzhou Murray Electronics & Machinery Co., Ltd Jiangsu China
AudiencesGeneral public
Source updated2026-10-26

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