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Recalls / 2023-09-21

DR Power Equipment Recalls DR Power Chipper Shredders Due to Laceration Hazard

23291 · Recalled 2023-09-21 · CPSC page

CS3 Recalled DR PRO XL501 Chipper Shredder (drive side view)
CS3 Recalled DR PRO XL501 Chipper Shredder (drive side view)

Description

This recall involves DR Power Equipment Chipper Shredders with model numbers CS35050BEN, CS35050BENR, CS35050BENSD, CS35150BEN, CS35150BENR, CS35150BENSD, CS35150DEN, CS45040DMN, CS45040DEN, CS45040DENR, CS45040DMNR, CS43030DMN and CS43030DMNR. For model numbers beginning CS3, the model number is on the side of the unit. For model numbers beginning CS4, the model and serial numbers are printed on a white label located on the base of the machine to the left of the engine manual start handle. The chippers were sold in orange and black with a funnel at the top to shred brush.

Hazards

Pieces of metal can come loose from inside the shredder's housing and be ejected, posing a laceration hazard. Also, the hopper can become detached from the shredder, posing a laceration hazard.

Reported injuries

The firm has received 79 reports of parts coming loose inside the housing of the chipper shredder or pieces of metal ejecting, including two reports of injuries. The firm has received three reports of hoppers unexpectedly detaching from the chipper shredder, including one minor abrasion injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chipper shredders and contact DR Power Equipment to receive a full refund or a free repair including shipping.

Products

NameModelUnits
DR Power Chipper ShreddersAbout 5,900 (In addition, about 90 were sold in Canada)

Parties

Manufacturer
Generac Power Systems Inc.
Distributor
DR Power Equipment, of South Burlington, Vermont
Made in
United States
Sold at
Authorized DR Power Equipment dealers nationwide, 000, 500.

Consumer contact

DR Power at 800-550-4845 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@DRPower.com or online at http://lvtbrc.com/ or www.drpower.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.

More images

CS3 Recalled DR PRO XL501 Chipper Shredder (hopper side view)
CS3 Recalled DR PRO XL501 Chipper Shredder (hopper side view)
CS4 Recalled DR Power PRO 410 Chipper Shredder (front view)
CS4 Recalled DR Power PRO 410 Chipper Shredder (front view)
CS4 Recalled DR Power PRO 410 Chipper Shredder (side view)
CS4 Recalled DR Power PRO 410 Chipper Shredder (side view)
CS4 Recalled DR Power PREMIER 310 Chipper Shredder (front view)
CS4 Recalled DR Power PREMIER 310 Chipper Shredder (front view)
CS4 Recalled DR Power PREMIER 310 Chipper Shredder (side view)
CS4 Recalled DR Power PREMIER 310 Chipper Shredder (side view)

Source: CPSC recall 23291. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.