Model number check

ABL1

Is ABL1 recalled? Yes. Model number ABL1 is listed in CPSC recall 15-086: Cosco Home & Office Products Hand trucks, announced February 25, 2015. Remedy: repair.

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Recall 15-086, published February 25, 2015

Cosco Home & Office Products Hand trucks

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

Affected model numbers

ABL1
Additional identifying details

The model number and manufacture date are on the Cosco label on the rear side of the bottom cross member.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Cosco Home and Office Products 3-in-1 convertible aluminum hand trucks. The handles can be moved to allow the hand truck to be used in a vertical or horizontal position. Recalled hand trucks have model numbers 12-301 ABL and 12-301 ABL1 and were manufactured from January 2009 to October 2011. The model number and manufacture date are on the Cosco label on the rear side of the bottom cross member.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The wheel hub can separate or break and eject pieces during inflation, posing a risk of injury to the consumer and bystanders.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hand trucks and contact Cosco for a free repair kit.

Remedy type: Repair

Brand
Cosco Home & Office Products
Recall published
February 25, 2015
Units
About 273,000
Sold at / sales period
Ace Hardware, Costco Wholesale Club, Lowe's, Price Mart and United Stationers and online at The Home Depot.com from March 2009 to October 2011 for between $100 and $150.

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