CPSC, Conceptual Marketing & Development, Inc., Announce Recall of Weed Cutting Attachment Blades
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-05-29). Hazards: laceration, impact injury. About 1,100,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03135 |
| Published | 2003-05-29 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-09 |
| Product category | Weed Trimmers |
| Products | Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment Blades |
| Firm named in the title | Conceptual Marketing & Development, Inc., |
| Firms | Conceptual Marketing & Development Inc., of Lincoln, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 1,100,000 |
| Hazard classes | laceration, impact injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide sold the blades with the weed cutting attachments, or separately as replacements, from November 1999 through December 2001. The model 4650 weed cutter with blades sold for about $15 and a set of three replacement blades sold for about $6. |
Description
Only cast aluminum metal alloy blades are included in the recall. The blades measure 1/4 inch thick, 1 inch wide and 4 inches long, and are a dull silver color. Blades that are either smooth on the bottom or have ridges are included in the recall. All of the blades were made in the U.S.A.
Hazard
The blades can break off and hit consumers, causing severe impact and laceration injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled blades immediately and contact CMD for free replacements.
Incidents and injuries
CMD and the commission are aware of 16 reports of blades breaking, resulting in 12 injuries. Injuries have ranged from lacerations requiring stitches to tendon and bone injuries.
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