Recalls / 2011-09-29

Husqvarna Professional Products Recalls RedMax Brushcutter Due to Fire Hazard

11341 · Recalled 2011-09-29 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled brushcutter/trimmer is a RedMax model TR2350S. Recalled brushcutters have shaft serial numbers ranging from 10215377 to 10625892, and engine serial numbers ranging from 10115390 to 10425910. The product is powered by a 2-cycle gasoline engine and cuts grass or weeds through the use of a spinning black trimmer head containing a spool of filament line. Model number and shaft serial number are located on a label on the shaft halfway between the trimmer head and the engine. The engine serial number is located on the bottom of the engine between the two screws that secure the fuel tank to the engine.

Hazards

Some fuel tanks allow leakage at the fuel cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

No reports of fire, personal injury or property damage.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to their local RedMax dealer for repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
RedMax brushcutter/trimmer		About 10,500

Parties

Manufacturer: Husqvarna Zenoah Co. Ltd., an affiliate
Made in: United States
Sold at: Authorized RedMax dealers, distributors throughout the U.S., Canada for about $260.00.

Consumer contact

For additional information, please contact Husqvarna toll-free between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday at (877) 257-6921 or e-mail recalls@husqvarna.com

Source: CPSC recall 11341. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.