American Honda Trimmers recall: Laceration Hazard
American Honda Recalls Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
Why was American Honda Trimmers recalled?
The shaft can crack and cause the lower gear case and cutting attachment to detach, posing a laceration hazard to the operator and bystanders.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using these trimmers and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Contact: For more information, contact American Honda toll-free at (888) 888-3139 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the American Honda's website at http://powerequipment.honda.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Grass Trimmers
- Company
- American Honda Motor Company, of Torrance, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 14,000 in the United States and 3,600 in Canada
- Sold at
- Honda Power Equipment dealers nationwide and online from May 2006 to February 2012 for between $420 and $430.
- Recall date
- February 28, 2012
- Incidents / injuries
- Honda is aware of 11 incidents of broken or cracked shafts. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled grass trimmer is made by Honda and has the model number HHT35SUKAT. The trimmer is gas-powered and has a red engine housing with the word "Honda" on the top front and a bicycle handlebar-style grip. A label on the shaft includes the words "Honda" and "HHT35S." Recalled trimmers are in the serial number range HAHA-1000001 to HAHA-1017345. The serial number is located on the top side of the shaft below the handlebars.