CPSC recall 09-294, announced August 4, 2009, covers Black & Decker GH1000 Grasshog XP String Trimmer/Edgers (about 200,000 units). The trimmer/edger's spool, spool cap and pieces of trimmer string can come loose during use and become airborne projectiles, posing a serious laceration hazard to the user, as well as bystanders. The notice cites 700 incident reports and 58 injuries. Consumers should stop using the string trimmers/edgers immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (888) 742-9158, or go to www.blackanddecker.com.
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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.
Which products are included?
The Black & Decker GH1000 Grasshog XP String Trimmers/Edgers are electric-powered. Trimmer/edgers with date codes 200546 through 200645 (representing manufacture dates of November 14, 2005 through November 6, 2006) are included in this recall. The date code is located on the underside of the trimmer/edger's handle. Only trimmers with black spool caps are included in the recall. Those with orange spool caps are not included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The trimmer/edger's spool, spool cap and pieces of trimmer string can come loose during use and become airborne projectiles, posing a serious laceration hazard to the user, as well as bystanders. The trimmer/edgers can also overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
At the time of the original announcement in July 2007, Black & Decker had received more than 700 reports of incidents, including 58 reports of injuries. The firm has received over 100 additional injury reports; ten that required medical attention and minor injuries such as bruises and lacerations.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the string trimmers/edgers immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Black & Decker
- Manufacturer
- Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
- Product type
- String trimmers
- Recall number
- 09-294
- Units
- About 200,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from November 2005 through January 2007 for about $70.
Black & Decker GH1000 Grasshog XP String Trimmer/Edgers
CPSC product type: Weed Trimmers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Black & Decker toll-free at (888) 742-9158 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.blackanddecker.com
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