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CPSC recall · Reported August 4, 2022

Makita U.S.A. Recalls Cordless Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard

The teal-colored guard on the recalled hedge trimmer's shear blade is missing, posing a laceration hazard to users.

Recall #
22197
Affected scope
About 2,600
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Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, California recalled This recall involves Makita cordless hedge trimmers. The trimmer has a teal and black han….

Makita U.S.A. Recalls Cordless Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, California in August 4, 2022. Reason: The teal-colored guard on the recalled hedge trimmer's shear blade is missing, posing a laceration hazard to …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cordless hedge trimmers and contact …. Verify recall #22197 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, California issued this CPSC recall-The teal-colored guard on the recalled hedge trimmer's shear blade is missing, posing a laceration hazard to ….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #22197 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.

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Product description

This recall involves Makita cordless hedge trimmers. The trimmer has a teal and black handle with a steel blade. Makita is printed on the side of the trimmer. The serial number is on the battery mounting port. The following model and serial number ranges are included in this recall. Model Number S/N from S/N to XHU07Z 62401Y 62688Y 63136Y 63459Y 65101Y 65388Y 67401Y 67796Y 2495K 2854K 3403K 3762K XHU07T 60961Y 61032Y 61461Y 61568Y 63921Y 64064Y 65389Y 65712Y XHU08Z 17255Y 17326Y 18144Y 18203Y 18588Y 18683Y 19352Y 19435Y 1040K 1267K XHU08T 17636Y 17671Y 18684Y 18839Y

Reason for recall

The teal-colored guard on the recalled hedge trimmer's shear blade is missing, posing a laceration hazard to users.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cordless hedge trimmers and contact Makita U.S.A. Inc. for a free repair. Makita will provide consumers with a merchandise return label to ship the trimmers back to the firm for the free installation of a new blade guard. The firm will return the repaired trimmer with a teal-colored guard on the blade.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 22197
Date reported August 4, 2022
Date initiated August 4, 2022
Recalling firm Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, California
Affected scope About 2,600
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 the recalled cordless hedge trimmers and contact Makita U.S.A. Inc. for a free repair. Ma…

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  • 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?
This recall involves Makita cordless hedge trimmers. The trimmer has a teal and black handle with a steel blade. Makita is printed on the side of the trimmer. The serial number is on the battery mounting port. The following model and serial number ranges are included in this recall. Model Number S/N from S/N to XHU07Z 62401Y 62688Y 63136Y 63459Y 65101Y 65388Y 67401Y 67796Y 2495K 2854K 3403K 3762K XHU07T 60961Y 61032Y 61461Y 61568Y 63921Y 64064Y 65389Y 65712Y XHU08Z 17255Y 17326Y 18144Y 18203Y 18588Y 18683Y 19352Y 19435Y 1040K 1267K XHU08T 17636Y 17671Y 18684Y 18839Y. Recalled by Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, California. Units affected: About 2,600.
Why was this product recalled?
The teal-colored guard on the recalled hedge trimmer's shear blade is missing, posing a laceration hazard to users.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cordless hedge trimmers and contact Makita U.S.A. Inc. for a free repair. Makita will provide consumers with a merchandise return label to ship the trimmers back to the firm for the free installation of a new blade guard. The firm will return the repaired trimmer with a teal-colored guard on the blade.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 4, 2022. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 22197.
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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