CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-11-09). Hazards: laceration. Models: KHT600D, KHT750D. About 1,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06507 |
| Published | 2005-11-09 |
| Last updated | 2024-07-23 |
| Product category | Hedge Trimmers |
| Products | Kawasaki Hedge Trimmer |
| Firm named in the title | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. |
| Firms | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Grand Rapids, Mich. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 1,500 |
| Model numbers | KHT600D, KHT750D |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Sold | 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. |
Description
The recalled hedge trimmers include model numbers KHT600D and KHT750D. The KHT600D has a 24-inch, double-sided blade, and the KHT750D has a 30-inch, double-sided blade. Both models have a gray handle/frame and a red and gray engine, and they can be identified by the model designation, located on a label on the recoil starter.
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.
Incidents and injuries
Kawasaki Motors has received two reports of engine mount springs separating from the frame. No injuries have been reported.
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