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Fall / CollapseFebruary 28, 2012CPSC #12121

American Honda Recalls Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard

Product
Lawn & Garden
Units affected
14,000
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

The recalled grass trimmer is made by Honda and has the model number HHT35SUKAT. The trimmer is gas-powered and has a red engine housing with the word "Honda" on the top front and a bicycle handlebar-style grip. A label on the shaft includes the words "Honda" and "HHT35S." Recalled trimmers are in the serial number range HAHA-1000001 to HAHA-1017345. The serial number is located on the top side of the shaft below the handlebars.

Hazard

The shaft can crack and cause the lower gear case and cutting attachment to detach, posing a laceration hazard to the operator and bystanders.

Injuries

Honda is aware of 11 incidents of broken or cracked shafts. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Honda Power Equipment dealers nationwide and online from May 2006 to February 2012 for between $420 and $430.

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