CPSC recall · Reported October 27, 2011
Hand Trucks Recalled by Harper Trucks Due to Injury Hazard
When the tires are overinflated, they can explode causing the wheel hub to separate or break, ejecting pieces of the hub. This poses an injury hazard to bystanders.
Harper Trucks Inc., of Wichita, Kan. recalled This recall involves Harper Trucks hand trucks with model numbers and type of wheels list….
Hand Trucks Recalled by Harper Trucks Due to Injury Hazard was recalled by Harper Trucks Inc., of Wichita, Kan. in October 27, 2011. Reason: When the tires are overinflated, they can explode causing the wheel hub to separate or break, ejecting pieces…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Harper Trucks for a free …. Verify recall #12025 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Harper Trucks Inc., of Wichita, Kan. issued this CPSC recall-When the tires are overinflated, they can explode causing the wheel hub to separate or break, ejecting pieces….
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- agency class
- October 27, 2011
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
This recall involves Harper Trucks hand trucks with model numbers and type of wheels listed below. "Harper Truck" and the model number can be found on an adhesive sticker on the hand truck frame's cross member. Hand trucks with two-piece, grey metal wheels are not included in this recall. Model Number Type of Handle Type of Wheel K52K16 P Handle 1-piece, composite JEDTK1935P Dual Hand/Platform Truck (Convertible) 3-piece, four bolt, metal/chrome plated 51TK19 Dual Handles 3-piece, four bolt, metal/chrome plated BKTAK19 P Handle 3-piece, four bolt, metal/chrome plated PGCSK19BLK Dual Hand 3-piece, four bolt, metal/chrome plated
Reason for recall
When the tires are overinflated, they can explode causing the wheel hub to separate or break, ejecting pieces of the hub. This poses an injury hazard to bystanders.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Harper Trucks for a free repair kit that includes either lock washers to secure the four bolts on the 3-piece, metal/chrome plated wheels or new design replacement tires for the 1-piece composite tires.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12025 |
| Date reported | October 27, 2011 |
| Date initiated | October 27, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Harper Trucks Inc., of Wichita, Kan. |
| Affected scope | About 292,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Harper Trucks for a free repair kit that includes either lock was…
- Check the recall number (12025) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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