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Medium RiskCPSC
Tools & Hardware/Hand Tools

Additional Injuries Prompt Reannouncement of Fiskars Recall of Bypass Lopper Shears Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Agency Publication Date: March 28, 2016
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Summary

Fiskars has reannounced the recall of about 277,000 Titanium Bypass Lopper shears (model 6954) because the handles can snap while cutting branches. This defect has caused 33 reported incidents, including 10 since the original 2014 announcement, leading to injuries such as pinched fingers, bruising, and cuts to the head and face that required stitches. These 32-inch loppers were sold exclusively at Home Depot stores and online from May 2011 through June 2014. Consumers should stop using the shears immediately and contact Fiskars for a free replacement.

Risk

The steel handles can break under pressure during use, causing the user to lose control and potentially suffer serious lacerations or impact injuries from the broken tool. Several users have reported significant injuries to the face and head requiring medical attention.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your lopper shears for model number 6954, which is printed on a label on the handle above the barcode.
  2. Verify the physical description: the shears should have 32-inch dark orange steel handles with black rubber grips and a gray strip, and the brand 'FISKARS' printed on one handle.
  3. Immediately stop using the recalled lopper shears if you identify them as model 6954.
  4. Contact Fiskars toll-free at 855-544-0151 anytime or visit www2.fiskars.com and click on 'Product Notifications' to receive a free replacement lopper.
  5. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions about this recall.

Your Remedy Options

📋Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lopper shears and contact Fiskars to receive a free replacement lopper.

Contact: Fiskars toll-free at 855-544-0151 anytime or visit Fiskars' website at www2.fiskars.com and click on "Product Notifications" for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Fiskars Titanium Bypass Lopper Shears (32-inch)
Model:
6954
Date Ranges: May 2011 - June 2014

Product Images

Fiskars 32-Inch Bypass Lopper Shears

Fiskars 32-Inch Bypass Lopper Shears

Fiskars 32-Inch Bypass Lopper Shears

Fiskars 32-Inch Bypass Lopper Shears

Model Number 6954 on Fiskars 32-Inch Bypass Lopper Shears

Model Number 6954 on Fiskars 32-Inch Bypass Lopper Shears

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 16124
Status: Active
Sold By: Home Depot stores nationwide and online at HomeDepot.com from May 2011 through June 2014 for about $40.
Distributor: Fiskars Brands Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 277,000 (in addition, 11,000 were sold in Canada)
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Fiskars toll-free at 855-544-0151 anytime or visit Fiskars' website at www2.fiskars.com and click on "Product Notifications" for more information.
Agency Last Updated: March 31, 2016

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response