CPSC2005-11-09
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Hazard
On some units, the engine mount springs between the gear case and handle/frame could separate from their receptacle in the frame during heavy operation. Continued use could cause the engine and blades to swing free of the frame and hit the user, possibly causing lacerations.
Remedy
Consumers can contact the nearest Kawasaki Power Product dealer to receive the necessary repairs, free of charge.
Sold at
A nationwide network of independent Kawasaki Power Product dealers between April and July of 2005. The KHT600D model retails for about $360, and the KHT750D model retails for about $400.
Affected count
About 1,500
Injuries reported
Kawasaki Motors has received two reports of engine mount springs separating from the frame. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Japan
Products
Kawasaki Hedge Trimmer
Consumer contact
Call Kawasaki Motors toll-free at (866) 836-4463 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kawpowr.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Kawasaki-Motors-Corp-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Hedge-Trimmers-Don't want to check this manually?
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