CPSC2017-10-17
Frontier Wood Chippers Recalled by John Deere Due to Injury Hazard
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
Hazard
The wood chipper's knives (blades) can break and discharge, hitting the operators or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wood chippers and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all purchasers directly.
Sold at
John Deere dealers nationwide from July 2017 through August 2017 for between $3,800 and $8,000.
Affected count
25
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Frontier wood chippers
Consumer contact
Deere & Company at 800-537-8233, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET, or online at www.deere.com and select Product Recall Information on the drop-down menu under Services & Support for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Frontier-Wood-Chippers-Recalled-by-John-DeereDon't want to check this manually?
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