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InjuryOctober 8, 2014CPSC #15003

Fiskars Recalls Bypass Lopper Shears Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Brand
Product
Brushcutters
Units affected
277,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves Fiskars Titanium Bypass Lopper shears with model number 6954. The lopper shears have 32-inch dark orange steel handles and black rubber grips with a gray strip. Plastic gears connected to the pruning blades allow the consumers to open and close the pruning blades by moving the handles. "FISKARS" is printed on one handle and product identification information, including model number 6954, is printed on a label on the opposite handle above the barcode.

Hazard

The lopper handles can break when attempting to cut branches, posing a risk of serious injury and laceration.

Injuries

The firm has received 11 reports of incidents involving lopper handles breaking, including reports of bruising and lacerations, some required stitches to the head and face.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Home Depot stores nationwide and online at HomeDepot.com from May 2011 through June 2014 for about $40

Photos

Fiskars 32-Inch Bypass Lopper ShearsFiskars 32-Inch Bypass Lopper ShearsModel Number 6954 on Fiskars 32-Inch Bypass Lopper Shears
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