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Hitachi Koki Recalls Grass Trimmers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Medium RiskCPSC

Hitachi Koki Recalls Grass Trimmers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Lowes, Sears and other home improvement and building supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from March 2010 through November 2013 for between $300 and $800.
  • 115,000 units affected
Recalled
Added
Excel Industries Recalls BigDog and Hustler Mowers due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)
Medium RiskCPSC

Excel Industries Recalls BigDog and Hustler Mowers due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at BigDog and Hustler dealers nationwide from August 2013 to January 2014 for about $4,600 to $8,050.
  • No injuries have been reported
Recalled
Added
Whalen Recalls Stainless Steel Tool Chests Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco (Recall Alert)
Medium RiskCPSC

Whalen Recalls Stainless Steel Tool Chests Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco (Recall Alert)

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Costco Wholesale Corp. from March 2010 through October 2013 for between $500 and $550.
  • Whalen has received 11 reports of injuries, including nine reports of minor cuts caused by the sharp-edged flange and two reports of cuts requiring stitches.
Recalled
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Troy-Bilt Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Troy-Bilt Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Lowe's stores nationwide and online at www.troybilt.com from May 2011 through November 2013 for about $34.
  • MTD has received 17 incident reports, including 12 injuries that resulted in lacerations requiring stitches, cuts and bruises.
Recalled
Added
Remington Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Remington Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Various retailers nationwide and online at mtdproducts.com from May 2011 through December 2013 for between $30 and $40.
  • One incident has been reported by MTD and that incident resulted in cuts and bruises.
Recalled
Added
Ariens Recalls Snow Throwers and Power Brushes Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards
Medium RiskCPSC

Ariens Recalls Snow Throwers and Power Brushes Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Home Depot stores and other authorized Ariens dealers nationwide from January 2014 to February 2014 for between $500 and $2,200.
Recalled
Added
Exmark Recalls Quest ZRT Riding Mowers Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Exmark Recalls Quest ZRT Riding Mowers Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Hardware, lawn and garden, rental equipment stores and others nationwide from April 2009 through October 2010 for between $4,600 and $6,000.
  • There have been nine incidents with the riding mowers, including one back injury.
Recalled
Added
Mirka Recalls Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Mirka Recalls Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Various distributors and independent retailers nationwide and at Amazon.com, Beavertools.com and other online retailers from November 2013 to April 2014 for about $500.
  • Mirka Abrasives has received three reports of electrical shorting incidents which included the sanders sparking and smoking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Recalled
Added
Hitachi Koki Recalls Pneumatic Nailers Due to Injury Hazards
Medium RiskCPSC

Hitachi Koki Recalls Pneumatic Nailers Due to Injury Hazards

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Independent home improvement and building supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, HomeDepot.com, Lowes.com, Walmart.com and Grainger.com from May 2012 through May 2014 for about $300.
  • 25,000 units affected
Recalled
Added
Porter-Cable Fixed-Base Production Routers Recalled Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Porter-Cable Fixed-Base Production Routers Recalled Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Major industrial equipment suppliers and woodworker suppliers nationwide from 1990 to April 2014 for about $85 to $690 depending on the model.
  • 100,000 units affected
Recalled
Added
All Power America Recalls Snow Throwers Due to Fire Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

All Power America Recalls Snow Throwers Due to Fire Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Menards Stores and independent hardware retailers from September 2012 through December 2013 for about $200.
  • The company has received 58 reports of carburetor leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Recalled
Added
Metabo Recalls Electric Angle Grinders Due to Laceration Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Metabo Recalls Electric Angle Grinders Due to Laceration Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Industrial, construction and welding distributors to consumers from March 2013 through April 2014 for about $220.
  • Metabo has received two reports of the angle grinder switches sticking in the "On" position. No injuries have been reported.
Recalled
Added
Harris Products Group Recalls Welding Torch Handles Due to Fire Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Harris Products Group Recalls Welding Torch Handles Due to Fire Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Home Depot and Lowes stores, industrial gas distributors including Airgas, Praxair and Matheson and other retailers nationwide, and online at www.homedepot.com and www.lowes.com from December 2013 through May 2014 for between $125 and $450 when sold individually and for between $250 and $1,230 when sold as part of a kit.
  • 13,000 units affected
Recalled
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American Honda Recalls Gas-Powered Generators Due to Impact Hazard and Owner’s Manual Error (Recall Alert)
Medium RiskCPSC

American Honda Recalls Gas-Powered Generators Due to Impact Hazard and Owner’s Manual Error (Recall Alert)

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Honda Power Equipment dealers nationwide from June 2014 through July 2014 for about $4,500.
  • The firm has received two reports of incidents in Canada involving rear frame support failures. No injuries have been reported. The firm also received two reports of owner's manuals with errors.
Recalled
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Shivvers Recalls Country Clipper Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Shivvers Recalls Country Clipper Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Country Clipper lawn mower dealers nationwide from October 2011 to May 2014 for between $5,300 and $9,500.
  • Shivvers has received reports of four lawn mower ignition modules overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Recalled
Added
Husqvarna Recalls Craftsman Push Mowers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Orchard Supply Hardware (Recall Alert)
Medium RiskCPSC

Husqvarna Recalls Craftsman Push Mowers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Orchard Supply Hardware (Recall Alert)

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Orchard Supply Hardware stores from June 2014 to July 2014 for about $300.
Recalled
Added
Fiskars Recalls Bypass Lopper Shears Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
Medium RiskCPSC

Fiskars Recalls Bypass Lopper Shears Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Home Depot stores nationwide and online at HomeDepot.com from May 2011 through June 2014 for about $40
  • The firm has received 11 reports of incidents involving lopper handles breaking, including reports of bruising and lacerations, some required stitches to the head and face.
Recalled
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Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
Medium RiskCPSC

Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Family Farm stores, Power Equipment Direct and Briggs and Stratton Snapper dealers nationwide from April 2013 through May 2014 for between $1,300 and $2,000.
  • Briggs and Stratton has received two reports of brake failure, related to failed weld. No injuries have been reported.
Recalled
Added
Leatherman Recalls Children's Multi-Tool Due to Laceration Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Leatherman Recalls Children's Multi-Tool Due to Laceration Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Bass Pro Shop, Cabela's and retailers nationwide, including knife and sporting goods online stores, from August 2014 through September 2014 for about $54.
Recalled
Added
Bob-Cat Recalls Zero Turn Mowers Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Medium RiskCPSC

Bob-Cat Recalls Zero Turn Mowers Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Bob-Cat dealerships nationwide from January 2013 to April 2014 for $4,500 to $5,200.
  • Twenty-two incidents reported control arm failure, including failure during use and initial set-up. There have been no reports of injuries.
Recalled
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Mirka Extends Recall of Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Mirka Extends Recall of Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Various distributors and independent retailers nationwide and at Amazon.com, Beavertools.com and other online retailers from March 2014 to November 2014 for about $500.
  • Mirka Abrasives has received five reports of electrical shorting incidents which included the sanders sparking and smoking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Recalled
Added
Kidde Recalls Disposable Plastic Fire Extinguishers Due to Failure to Discharge
Medium RiskCPSC

Kidde Recalls Disposable Plastic Fire Extinguishers Due to Failure to Discharge

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Home Depot, Menards, Walmart and other department, home and hardware stores nationwide, and online from August 2013 through November 2014 for between $18 and $65, and about $200 for model XL 5MR.
  • Kidde has received 11 reports of the recalled fire extinguishers failing to discharge as expected. No injuries have been reported.
Recalled
Added
Pressmaster Recalls Cable Stripping Tool Due to Impact Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Pressmaster Recalls Cable Stripping Tool Due to Impact Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Hardware and industrial supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from August 2014 to November 2014 for about $90.
  • No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Recalled
Added
Cosco Recalls Convertible Hand Trucks Due to Injury Hazard
Medium RiskCPSC

Cosco Recalls Convertible Hand Trucks Due to Injury Hazard

  • Distributed nationwide
  • Sold at Ace Hardware, Costco Wholesale Club, Lowe's, Price Mart and United Stationers and online at The Home Depot.com from March 2009 to October 2011 for between $100 and $150.
  • Cosco has received 10 reports of wheel hubs separating or breaking and ejecting pieces including four reports of bruises and lacerations.
Recalled
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