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Husqvarna Professional Products Recalls RedMax Brushcutter Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: September 29, 2011 Initiated: September 29, 2011 #11341

Product Description

The recalled brushcutter/trimmer is a RedMax model TR2350S. Recalled brushcutters have shaft serial numbers ranging from 10215377 to 10625892, and engine serial numbers ranging from 10115390 to 10425910. The product is powered by a 2-cycle gasoline engine and cuts grass or weeds through the use of a spinning black trimmer head containing a spool of filament line. Model number and shaft serial number are located on a label on the shaft halfway between the trimmer head and the engine. The engine serial number is located on the bottom of the engine between the two screws that secure the fuel tank to the engine.

Reason for Recall

Some fuel tanks allow leakage at the fuel cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to their local RedMax dealer for repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled brushcutter/trimmer is a RedMax model TR2350S. Recalled brushcutters have shaft serial numbers ranging from 10215377 to 10625892, and engine serial numbers ranging from 10115390 to 10425910. The product is powered by a 2-cycle gasoline engine and cuts grass or weeds through the use of a spinning black trimmer head containing a spool of filament line. Model number and shaft serial number are located on a label on the shaft halfway between the trimmer head and the engine. The engine serial number is located on the bottom of the engine between the two screws that secure the fuel tank to the engine.. Recalled by Husqvarna Zenoah Co. Ltd., an affiliate of Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., Charlotte, N.C.. Units affected: About 10,500.
Why was this product recalled?
Some fuel tanks allow leakage at the fuel cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to their local RedMax dealer for repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 29, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11341.