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Why 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
- Manufacturer
- Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
- 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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