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InjuryNovember 9, 2005CPSC #06507

CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers

Product
Lawn & Garden
Units affected
1,500
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

The recalled hedge trimmers include model numbers KHT600D and KHT750D. The KHT600D has a 24-inch, double-sided blade, and the KHT750D has a 30-inch, double-sided blade. Both models have a gray handle/frame and a red and gray engine, and they can be identified by the model designation, located on a label on the recoil starter.

Hazard

On some units, the engine mount springs between the gear case and handle/frame could separate from their receptacle in the frame during heavy operation. Continued use could cause the engine and blades to swing free of the frame and hit the user, possibly causing lacerations.

Injuries

Kawasaki Motors has received two reports of engine mount springs separating from the frame. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

Japan

Where it was sold

  • A nationwide network of independent Kawasaki Power Product dealers between April and July of 2005. The KHT600D model retails for about $360, and the KHT750D model retails for about $400.

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Recalled Hedge Trimmers
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