Mosquito Magnet Recall Due to Injury Hazard

(March 7, 2018) — This recall involves Mosquito Magnet traps and Quick Clear Cartridge kits. Consumers should immediately stop using the Quick Clear Cartridge kits on recalled Mosquito Magnet traps and contact Woodstream for a free repair of the regulator hose. The traps are designed to attract and capture mosquitos and other insects into the vacuum, where they dehydrate and die. The recall, which affects approximately 28,000 units, was conducted voluntarily by Wodstream Corp. of Knoxville, Tenn., under the U.S. Consumer Protection Saftey Commission’s Fast Track Recall process.

The traps connect to a 20-gallon propane tank and measure about 30 to 35 inches tall. The Mosquito Magnets were sold in green or green/gray combination with a black and green plastic stand. “Mosquito Magnet” is printed on the top front of the units. The model name, model number and serial number are printed on the back of the traps. The traps use Woodstream’s Quick Clear Cartridge kits to clean out the nozzle after changing propane tanks. The recall

The following Mosquito Magnet models are included in the recall:

There has been one report of damage to the mosquito trap line regulator while using the Quick Clear Cartridge kits. No injuries have been reported.

The recallled Mosquito Magnet has been sold at various hardware stores, propane retailers, home improvement stores and online at www.mosquitomagnets.com from December of 2014 through December of 2016 for between $330 and $1,000.

The product is manufactured and distributed by Woodstream Corporation, of Knoxville, Tenn., and manufactured in China. The Recall Number is 18-114. Woodstream Corporation toll-free at 877-224-1538 from

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