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InjuryMay 29, 2003CPSC #03135

CPSC, Conceptual Marketing & Development, Inc., Announce Recall of Weed Cutting Attachment Blades

Product
Lawn & Garden
Units affected
Not stated
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

Only cast aluminum metal alloy blades are included in the recall. The blades measure 1/4 inch thick, 1 inch wide and 4 inches long, and are a dull silver color. Blades that are either smooth on the bottom or have ridges are included in the recall. All of the blades were made in the U.S.A.

Hazard

The blades can break off and hit consumers, causing severe impact and laceration injuries.

Injuries

CMD and the commission are aware of 16 reports of blades breaking, resulting in 12 injuries. Injuries have ranged from lacerations requiring stitches to tendon and bone injuries.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide sold the blades with the weed cutting attachments, or separately as replacements, from November 1999 through December 2001. The model 4650 weed cutter with blades sold for about $15 and a set of three replacement blades sold for about $6.

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Recalled Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment BladesRecalled Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment BladesRecalled Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment Blades
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