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Troy-Bilt String Trimmer Sold at Lowe's Recalled for Laceration Hazard

Reported: August 1, 2006 Initiated: August 1, 2006 #06570

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

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.

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 20,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Troy-Bilt-String-Trimmer-Sold-at-Lowes-Recalled-for-Laceration-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Units affected: About 20,000.
Why was this product 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.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 1, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06570.

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