Walmart Recalls Camp Axes Due to Injury Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2018-10-03). Hazards: injury. Models: 60111140. About 246,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 19003 |
| Published | 2018-10-03 |
| Last updated | 2018-10-03 |
| Products | Ozark Trail camp axes |
| Firm named in the title | Walmart |
| Firms | Gardex, of India (manufacturer); Walmart Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. (importer); Walmart Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | India |
| Units (US) | 246,000 |
| Model numbers | 60111140 |
| Hazard classes | injury |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2017 through July 2018 for about $8. |
Description
This recall involves Ozark Trail camp axes. The steel shaft tubular axes measure about 14 inches long from handle to axe head, and weigh about 1.25 lbs. The axes have a black, non-slip rubber grip and claw feature. "Ozark Trail" and model number 60111140 are printed on the product packaging.
Hazard
The axe head can detach from the handle, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled axes and return them to Walmart for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Walmart has received two reports of axe heads detaching from the handle, resulting in minor cuts and abrasions.
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