Gasoline Hedge Trimmers Recalled by Husqvarna
USGasoline Hedge Trimmers Recalled by Husqvarna
Recalling Firm: Husqvarna
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Laceration
Product Description & Identification
Gasoline Hedge Trimmers Recalled by Husqvarna NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 9, 1997 Release # 98-010 Company Phone Number: (800) 438-7297 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 CPSC, Husqvarna Announce Recall of Gasoline Hedge Trimmers WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Husqvarna Forest & Garden Co. of Charlotte, N.C., is recalling approximately 1,800 Husqvarna-brand gasoline hedge trimmers. The screws holding the gearcase to the crankcase on these hedge trimmers can loosen, allowing the clutch to be exposed. If the clutch is exposed, loose internal parts could fly out striking the operator and bystanders. CPSC and Husqvarna are not aware of any injuries involving these hedge trimmers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The hedge trimmers involved are about 41 inches long and have the Husqvarna name and model number, 225H, printed on the top of the orange engine casing. The company name, model number and serial number, 6500001 through 7330009, also are located on the serial number plate on the bottom of the engine near the handle. Independent outdoor power product dealers sold the hedge trimmers from February 1997 through September 1997 for about $400. Consumers should immediately stop using the trimmer and return it to their nearest Husqvarna dealer. The dealer will inspect the unit for damage and either repair or replace it free of charge. For the name of the nearest dealer, consumers should call Husqvarna Forest & Garden Co. toll free at (800) 438-7297 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT Monday through Friday.
Affected Products
Husqvarna-brand gasoline hedge trimmers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1998/CPSC-Husqvarna-Announce-Recall-of-Gasoline-Hedge-Trimmers |
| Title | Gasoline Hedge Trimmers Recalled by Husqvarna |
| Hazards › Name | Laceration |
| Products › Name | Husqvarna-brand gasoline hedge trimmers |
| Products › Type | Hedge Trimmers |
| Products › Category I D | 1994 |
| Recall I D | 6084 |
| Recall Date | 1997-10-09T00:00:00 |
| Description | Gasoline Hedge Trimmers Recalled by Husqvarna NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 9, 1997 Release # 98-010 Company Phone Number: (800) 438-7297 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 CPSC, Husqvarna Announce Recall of Gasoline Hedge Trimmers WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Husqvarna Forest & Garden Co. of Charlotte, N.C., is recalling approximately 1,800 Husqvarna-brand gasoline hedge trimmers. The screws holding the gearcase to the crankcase on these hedge trimmers can loosen, allowing the clutch to be exposed. If the clutch is exposed, loose internal parts could fly out striking the operator and bystanders. CPSC and Husqvarna are not aware of any injuries involving these hedge trimmers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The hedge trimmers involved are about 41 inches long and have the Husqvarna name and model number, 225H, printed on the top of the orange engine casing. The company name, model number and serial number, 6500001 through 7330009, also are located on the serial number plate on the bottom of the engine near the handle. Independent outdoor power product dealers sold the hedge trimmers from February 1997 through September 1997 for about $400. Consumers should immediately stop using the trimmer and return it to their nearest Husqvarna dealer. The dealer will inspect the unit for damage and either repair or replace it free of charge. For the name of the nearest dealer, consumers should call Husqvarna Forest & Garden Co. toll free at (800) 438-7297 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT Monday through Friday. |
| Recall Number | 98010 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Husqvarna |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-03-11T00:00:00 |
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