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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 29, 2011Serious
Husqvarna Professional Products RedMax Brushcutter
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Some fuel tanks allow leakage at the fuel cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to their local RedMax dealer for repair.
Who to contact: For additional information, please contact Husqvarna toll-free between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday at (877) 257-6921 or e-mail recalls@husqvarna.com
The product
The recalled brushcutter/trimmer is a RedMax model TR2350S. Recalled brushcutters have shaft serial numbers ranging from 10215377 to 10625892, and engine serial numbers ranging from 10115390 to 10425910. The product is powered by a 2-cycle gasoline engine and cuts grass or weeds through the use of a spinning black trimmer head containing a spool of filament line. Model number and shaft serial number are located on a label on the shaft halfway between the trimmer head and the engine. The engine serial number is located on the bottom of the engine between the two screws that secure the fuel tank to the engine.
Details
- Units affected
- About 10,500
- Recall date
- September 29, 2011
- Brand
- Husqvarna Zenoah Co. Ltd., an affiliate of Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., Charlotte, N.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No reports of fire, personal injury or property damage.
TR2350S
Authorized RedMax dealers and distributors throughout the U.S. and Canada for about $260.00.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Husqvarna Professional Products Recalls RedMax Brushcutter Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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