CPSC2011-10-27
Hand Trucks Recalled by Harper Trucks Due to Injury Hazard
Harper Trucks Inc., of Wichita, Kan.
Hazard
When the tires are overinflated, they can explode causing the wheel hub to separate or break, ejecting pieces of the hub. This poses an injury hazard to bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Harper Trucks for a free repair kit that includes either lock washers to secure the four bolts on the 3-piece, metal/chrome plated wheels or new design replacement tires for the 1-piece composite tires.
Sold at
The Home Depot from January 2008 through November 2009 and Sam's Club from January 1993 through January 2002 for between $28 and $42.
Affected count
About 292,000
Injuries reported
Harper Trucks has received 19 reports of overinflated tires exploding that resulted in 19 injuries, including broken bones, loss of sight in one eye, contusions and lacerations.
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Hand Trucks
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Harper Trucks toll-free at (800) 835-4099 between 8:30a.m.and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, e-mail wheels@harpertrucks.com or visit the company's website at www.harpertrucks.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Hand-Trucks-Recalled-by-Harper-Trucks-Due-to-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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