Recalls / 2001-05-29

CPSC, Garden Way Announce Recall of Trimmers/Mowers

01162 · Recalled 2001-05-29 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled trimmers/mowers were sold under the TROY-BILT and GARDEN WAY BY TROY-BILT brand names. The brand name is on a shield in front of the engine. The model and serial numbers are located on the deck behind the left wheel, when viewed from the operator's position. The recalled models are the 52063 and 52064 Troy-Bilt brand and the 52067 Garden Way by Troy-Bilt brand. The serial number ranges are: 520631204884-520631207314 520631500101-520631500824 520631600101-520631604293 520641203058-520641204353 520641500101-520641500746 520641600101-520641602466 520671500101 - 52067150366

Hazards

The trimmer heads, which control the cutting cords, can split and detach, posing a serious injury risk to consumers.

Reported injuries

Garden Way has received 38 reports of trimmer heads splitting or detaching, resulting in two reports of toe fractures and five reports of bruised feet.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the trimmers/mowers immediately and discard or destroy the product.

Products

Name	Model	Units
TROY-BILT and GARDEN WAY BY TROY-BILT trimmers/mowers		About 2,800

Parties

Manufacturer: Garden Way Inc.
Sold at: Garden Way dealers, retailers nationwide, including Sam's Wholesalers, Ace Hardware, Southern States, sold these trimmers/mowers, from November 2000 through May 2001, for, $430.

Consumer contact

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

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Location of model and serial number on recalled trimmer/mower

Source: CPSC recall 01162. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.