Recalls / 2009-02-18
True Value Recalls Wheelbarrows; Over-Inflated Tire Can Cause Wheel to Break and Pose Injury Hazard
09133 · Recalled 2009-02-18 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled wheelbarrow has tan plastic wheel rims, a black plastic tray and steel handles and axle.
Hazards
Over-inflating the tire could cause the wheel's plastic rim to break, posing an injury to the user.
Reported injuries
True Value has received two reports of the plastic rim breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wheelbarrows and return them to any True Value store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Green Thumb Twin Wheelbarrows | About 17,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Qingdao Huatian Hand Truck Co. Ltd.
- Distributor
- True Value Co., of Chicago, Ill.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- True Value from September 2008 through October 2008 for about $80.
Consumer contact
For additional information, call True Value at (800) 621-6025 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.truevalue.com
Source: CPSC recall 09133. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.