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Walmart Camp Axes
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The axe head can detach from the handle, posing an injury hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Parts can come loose.
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 recalled axes and return them to Walmart for a full refund.
Who to contact: Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. through 9 p.m. CT any day or online at www.walmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information..
The product
This recall involves Ozark Trail camp axes. The steel shaft tubular axes measure about 14 inches long from handle to axe head, and weigh about 1.25 lbs. The axes have a black, non-slip rubber grip and claw feature. "Ozark Trail" and model number 60111140 are printed on the product packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 246,000
- Recall date
- October 3, 2018
- Brand
- Gardex, of India, Walmart Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Walmart has received two reports of axe heads detaching from the handle, resulting in minor cuts and abrasions.
Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2017 through July 2018 for about $8.
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: “Walmart Recalls Camp Axes Due to Injury 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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