Recall 06-570, published August 1, 2006
Troy-Bilt 4-Cycle Gasoline String Trimmers
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
TB525CSCheck the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: TB425CS, TB525CS.
Which products are included?
The recalled handheld string trimmer is powered by a 4-cycle gasoline engine. The trimmer functions to cut grass or weeds through the use of a spinning yellow trimmer head containing a spool of orange filament line. Model numbers TB425CS and TB525CS and "Troy-Bilt" are printed on the body of the muffler housing.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The blade that trims the excess string of these weed trimmers can detach from the plastic shield covering the trimmer head. The blade can be thrown outward, hitting the user or bystander, resulting in a laceration.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the trimmers immediately and contact Troy-Bilt for a free repair. Lowe's will mail free repair kits with instruction to owners of registered equipment directly.
- Brand
- Troy-Bilt 4-Cycle Gasoline
- Recall published
- August 1, 2006
- Category
- Power Tools
- Units
- About 20,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Lowe's stores nationwide from January 2006 through March 2006 for about $170.
