CPSC recall · Reported February 28, 2012
American Honda Recalls Trimmers Due to Laceration 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.
American Honda Motor Company, of Torrance, Calif. recalled The recalled grass trimmer is made by Honda and has the model number HHT35SUKAT. The trim….
American Honda Recalls Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by American Honda Motor Company, of Torrance, Calif. in February 28, 2012. Reason: The shaft can crack and cause the lower gear case and cutting attachment to detach, posing a laceration hazar…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these trimmers and contact the nearest Honda Powe…. Verify recall #12121 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
American Honda Motor Company, of Torrance, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The shaft can crack and cause the lower gear case and cutting attachment to detach, posing a laceration hazar….
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- agency class
- February 28, 2012
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12121 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
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.
Reason for recall
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, 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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12121 |
| Date reported | February 28, 2012 |
| Date initiated | February 28, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | American Honda Motor Company, of Torrance, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 14,000 in the United States and 3,600 in Canada |
| 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 immediately stop using these trimmers and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule a free in…
- Check the recall number (12121) 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
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