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InjuryFebruary 18, 2009CPSC #09133

True Value Recalls Wheelbarrows; Over-Inflated Tire Can Cause Wheel to Break and Pose Injury Hazard

Product
Wheelbarrows/Garden Carts
Units affected
17,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The recalled wheelbarrow has tan plastic wheel rims, a black plastic tray and steel handles and axle.

Hazard

Over-inflating the tire could cause the wheel's plastic rim to break, posing an injury to the user.

Injuries

True Value has received two reports of the plastic rim breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • True Value stores nationwide from September 2008 through October 2008 for about $80.

Photos

Recalled Wheelbarrow
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