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Fire / OverheatingApril 4, 2012CPSC #12141

Husqvarna Recalls Grass and Hedge Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Lawn & Garden
Units affected
19,500
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves the Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122C with serial numbers that range from 2011 17 00001 to 2011 52 99999. "Husqvarna" and the model number are written on top of the tool. The serial number is located on a black plate on the bottom of the muffler side of the tool. The recalled Husqvarna Hedge Trimmers are Models 122HD60 and 122HD45 with serial numbers that range from 2011 17 00001 to 2011 52 99999. "Husqvarna" and the model number are written on top of the tool. The serial number is located on a black plate on the gear box, which is on the lower portion of the tool.

Hazard

Fuel can leak from the rubber spacer holding the fuel lines in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

Husqvarna has received seven reports of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Lowes, Sears and Husqvarna dealers and distributors nationwide for between $150 and $320 from May 2011 to January 2012.

Photos

Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122CHusqvarna Hedge Trimmers: Models 122HD60 and 122HD45
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