CPSC recall 01-162, announced May 29, 2001, covers TROY-BILT and GARDEN WAY BY TROY-BILT trimmers/mowers (about 2,800 units). The trimmer heads, which control the cutting cords, can split and detach, posing a serious injury risk to consumers. The notice cites 38 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the trimmers/mowers immediately and discard or destroy the product. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The serial number ranges are: 520631204884-520631207314 520631500101-520631500824 520631600101-520631604293 520641203058-520641204353 520641500101-520641500746 520641600101-520641602466 520671500101 - 52067150366
Which products are included?
The recalled trimmers/mowers were sold under the TROY-BILT and GARDEN WAY BY TROY-BILT brand names. The brand name is on a shield in front of the engine. The model and serial numbers are located on the deck behind the left wheel, when viewed from the operator's position. The recalled models are the 52063 and 52064 Troy-Bilt brand and the 52067 Garden Way by Troy-Bilt brand. The serial number ranges are: 520631204884-520631207314 520631500101-520631500824 520631600101-520631604293 520641203058-520641204353 520641500101-520641500746 520641600101-520641602466 520671500101 - 52067150366
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The trimmer heads, which control the cutting cords, can split and detach, posing a serious injury risk to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Garden Way has received 38 reports of trimmer heads splitting or detaching, resulting in two reports of toe fractures and five reports of bruised feet.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the trimmers/mowers immediately and discard or destroy the product.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Garden Way
- Manufacturer
- Garden Way Inc., of Troy, N.Y.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers, String trimmers
- Recall number
- 01-162
- Units
- About 2,800
- Sold at / sales period
- Garden Way dealers and retailers nationwide, including Sam's Wholesalers, Ace Hardware, and Southern States, sold these trimmers/mowers, from November 2000 through May 2001, for between $300 and $430.
TROY-BILT and GARDEN WAY BY TROY-BILT trimmers/mowers
CPSC product type: Weed Trimmers
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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