American Honda Recalls Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard

Recalled February 28, 2012 · CPSC recall 12121 · American Honda

Hazard

The shaft can crack and cause the lower gear case and cutting attachment to detach, posing a laceration hazard to the operator and bystanders.

Remedy

Repair

Units

About 14,000 in the United States and 3,600 in Canada

Incidents / injuries

Honda is aware of 11 incidents of broken or cracked shafts. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled grass trimmer is made by Honda and has the model number HHT35SUKAT. The trimmer is gas-powered and has a red engine housing with the word "Honda" on the top front and a bicycle handlebar-style grip. A label on the shaft includes the words "Honda" and "HHT35S." Recalled trimmers are in the serial number range HAHA-1000001 to HAHA-1017345. The serial number is located on the top side of the shaft below the handlebars.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these trimmers and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Contact

For more information, contact American Honda toll-free at (888) 888-3139 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the American Honda's website at http://powerequipment.honda.com

Product

Grass Trimmers

Distributed by

American Honda Motor Company, of Torrance, Calif.

Retailers

Honda Power Equipment dealers nationwide and online from May 2006 to February 2012 for between $420 and $430.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →