Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 10, 2015
efco Expands Recall of Gas Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard
The muffler on the engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.
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The CPSC recalled The trimmers are used in residential and professional applications for cutting grass and … — a moderate-severity action.
efco Expands Recall of Gas Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 10, 2015. Reason: The muffler on the engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an autho…. Verify recall #15092 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The muffler on the engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard..
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 10, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15092 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #15092) was formally reported on March 10, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,900 in the United States and 200 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in December 2013.
The documented reason for this recall is: The muffler on the engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an authorized efco dealer for a free replacement. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — 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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Where this recall sits in the database
Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
About 1,900 in the United States and 200 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in December 2013
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
The trimmers are used in residential and professional applications for cutting grass and light brush. The cutting attachments include a trimmer head and metal blade. The trimmers are about 72 inches long and up to 28 inches wide. They are red and gray with either a bike or loop handle configuration. Three models are recalled in two engine sizes measured in cubic centimeters. They are 36cc models 8371 S and 8371 T, and a 40.2cc model 8421 T engine displacement. The brand "efco" and model number are printed on the front of the engine and the brand name also appears on the wand.
Reason for recall
The muffler on the engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an authorized efco dealer for a free replacement.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15092 |
| Date reported | March 10, 2015 |
| Date initiated | March 10, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 1,900 in the United States and 200 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in December 2013 |
| 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 recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an authorized efco dealer for a free replacement.
- Check the recall number (15092) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The trimmers are used in residential and professional applications for cutting grass and light brush. The cutting attachments include a trimmer head and metal blade. The trimmers are about 72 inches long and up to 28 inches wide. They are red and gray with either a bike or loop handle configuration. Three models are recalled in two engine sizes measured in cubic centimeters. They are 36cc models 8371 S and 8371 T, and a 40.2cc model 8421 T engine displacement. The brand "efco" and model number are printed on the front of the engine and the brand name also appears on the wand.. Units affected: About 1,900 in the United States and 200 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in December 2013.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The muffler on the engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an authorized efco dealer for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 10, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15092.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (15092) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported March 10, 2015.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
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