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Rapid Reel Recalls Portable Garden Hose Carts; Tires Can Explode Posing an Injury Hazard

Reported: September 2, 2008 Initiated: September 2, 2008 #08384

Product Description

This recall involves the Rapid Reel® portable garden hose reel carts and wagons. The cart has two tires and the wagon has four. The tires have a white plastic rim and a steel ball bearing hub or a black plastic bearing hub.

Reason for Recall

The tires on the portable garden hose reel can explode while being inflated, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should not inflate tires on the portable hose carts and contact Rapid Reel® for free replacement tires.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Rapid Reel® portable garden hose reel carts and wagons. The cart has two tires and the wagon has four. The tires have a white plastic rim and a steel ball bearing hub or a black plastic bearing hub.. Units affected: About 7,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The tires on the portable garden hose reel can explode while being inflated, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should not inflate tires on the portable hose carts and contact Rapid Reel® for free replacement tires.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 2, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08384.