Recall #11-310 · Published August 23, 2011
Fiskars® SmartPower™ String Trimmers
CPSC published a recall notice for Fiskars® SmartPower™ String Trimmers from Fiskars® SmartPower™ on August 23, 2011. CPSC identifies this hazard: Engine vibration during use of the trimmers can cause wear on the fuel line, leading to a propane fuel leak. The Straight Shaft Trimmers' propane canister can crack at the neck during use. In addition, high temperatures may develop near the Curved Shaft Trimmers' plastic cutting guard, causing the guard to deform and fall off. These issues pose burn, fire and laceration hazards to the user. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trimmers and contact Fiskars® to receive a full refund.
Why it was recalled
Engine vibration during use of the trimmers can cause wear on the fuel line, leading to a propane fuel leak. The Straight Shaft Trimmers' propane canister can crack at the neck during use. In addition, high temperatures may develop near the Curved Shaft Trimmers' plastic cutting guard, causing the guard to deform and fall off. These issues pose burn, fire and laceration hazards to the user.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trimmers and contact Fiskars® to receive a full refund.
- Brand
- Fiskars® SmartPower™
- Recall published
- August 23, 2011
- Units
- About 2,200
- Sold at / sales period
- The Exchange stores, also known as the Army and Air Force Exchange Service or AAFES, and online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Powerequipmentdirect.com and SureSource.com, from January 2011 to July 2011 for between $220 and $280.