CPSC2007-07-20
Black & Decker Recalls Trimmers/Edgers Due to Laceration Hazard from Projectiles
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Hazard
The trimmer/edger's spool, spool cap and pieces of trimmer string can come loose during use and become airborne projectiles, posing a laceration hazard to the user as well as bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the string trimmers/edgers immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from November 2005 through January 2007 for about $70.
Affected count
About 202,000
Injuries reported
Black & Decker has received 707 reports of incidents, including 58 reports of injuries. Serious injuries included cuts to two consumers' legs, that required medical attention. Minor injuries included bruises, lacerations, and facial injuries such as a welt and broken skin over a consumer's eye. There were also reports of property damage, including two broken windows.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Black & Decker GH1000 Grasshog XP String Trimmer/Edgers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Black & Decker at (888) 742-9158 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.blackanddecker.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Black--Decker-Recalls-TrimmersEdgers-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard-from-ProjectilesDon't want to check this manually?
We email you a Sunday digest of new federal recalls relevant to parents — free, no credit card. Or upgrade to as-it-happens alerts for the brands you actually own.
Get the Sunday Brief