Cosco Recalls Convertible Hand Trucks Due to Injury Hazard
USCosco Recalls Convertible Hand Trucks Due to Injury Hazard
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe wheel hub can separate or break and eject pieces during inflation, posing a risk of injury to the consumer and bystanders.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves Cosco Home and Office Products 3-in-1 convertible aluminum hand trucks. The handles can be moved to allow the hand truck to be used in a vertical or horizontal position. Recalled hand trucks have model numbers 12-301 ABL and 12-301 ABL1 and were manufactured from January 2009 to October 2011. The model number and manufacture date are on the Cosco label on the rear side of the bottom cross member.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedHand trucks
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Cosco-Recalls-Convertible-Hand-Trucks |
| Title | Cosco Recalls Convertible Hand Trucks Due to Injury Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15086.CoscoHandTruck.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Cosco Model 12-301 ABL and 12-301 ABL1 hand truck |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15086.CoscoHandTruckLabel.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Model Number and Manufacture Date location |
| Hazards › Name | The wheel hub can separate or break and eject pieces during inflation, posing a risk of injury to the consumer and bystanders. |
| Injuries › Name | Cosco has received 10 reports of wheel hubs separating or breaking and ejecting pieces including four reports of bruises and lacerations. |
| Products › Name | Hand trucks |
| Products › Type | Dollies or Handtrucks or Luggage Carriers |
| Products › Category I D | 68048 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 273,000 |
| Recall I D | 1920 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hand trucks and contact Cosco for a free repair kit. |
| Importers › Name | Cosco Home & Office Products, of Columbus, Ind. |
| Retailers › Name | Ace Hardware, Costco Wholesale Club, Lowe's, Price Mart and United Stationers and online at The Home Depot.com from March 2009 to October 2011 for between $100 and $150. |
| Recall Date | 2015-02-25T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Cosco Home and Office Products 3-in-1 convertible aluminum hand trucks. The handles can be moved to allow the hand truck to be used in a vertical or horizontal position. Recalled hand trucks have model numbers 12-301 ABL and 12-301 ABL1 and were manufactured from January 2009 to October 2011. The model number and manufacture date are on the Cosco label on the rear side of the bottom cross member. |
| Recall Number | 15086 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Cosco Home and Office Products toll-free at (888) 250-9299 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email handtruck@coscoproducts.com or online at www.coscoproducts.com and click on Safety Notice at the top of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-02-25T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Cosco Recalls Convertible Hand Trucks Due to Injury Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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