Husqvarna Recalls Grass and Hedge Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-04-04). Hazards: fire. Models: 122C, 122HD60, 122HD45. About 19,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12141 |
| Published | 2012-04-04 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-19 |
| Product category | Lawn Trimmers or Edgers (Not Brushcutters) |
| Products | Grass and Hedge Trimmers |
| Firm named in the title | Husqvarna |
| Firms | Husqvarna Machinery Manufacturing Co. Ltd., of Shanghai, China (manufacturer); Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 19,500 |
| Model numbers | 122C, 122HD60, 122HD45 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Lowes, Sears and Husqvarna dealers and distributors nationwide for between $150 and $320 from May 2011 to January 2012. |
Description
This recall involves the Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122C with serial numbers that range from 2011 17 00001 to 2011 52 99999. "Husqvarna" and the model number are written on top of the tool. The serial number is located on a black plate on the bottom of the muffler side of the tool. The recalled Husqvarna Hedge Trimmers are Models 122HD60 and 122HD45 with serial numbers that range from 2011 17 00001 to 2011 52 99999. "Husqvarna" and the model number are written on top of the tool. The serial number is located on a black plate on the gear box, which is on the lower portion of the tool.
Hazard
Fuel can leak from the rubber spacer holding the fuel lines in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the place of purchase for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Husqvarna has received seven reports of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.
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