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InjuryMay 24, 2016CPSC #16173

Rixson Exterior Gate Closers Recalled Due to Injury Hazard; Made by Assa Abloy Italia

Product
Door Locks
Units affected
130
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves the Exterior Gate Closer Model 1350. The affected gate closer is affixed to external gates and has a body that is approximately 6.5 inches long, with a sliding arm that is about 3 feet in width when extended. The unit is marked on the side of the body with "MAB/ASSA ABLOY." The recall only includes units produced between January 2014 and December 2015. The unit's production date is stamped on the side of the gate closer body in a "week/year" format and can be accessed by removing the body's plastic housing.

Hazard

The gate closer mechanism can break and eject metal pieces including the spring or it can spray oil, posing a risk of injury.

Injuries

The firm has received 15 reports worldwide of mechanisms breaking and ejecting metal objects, including three in the U.S. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Wholesale and hardware distributors from April 2015 through November 2015 for about $460

Photos

Exterior Gate Closer
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