Recall #12-141 · Published April 4, 2012

Grass and Hedge Trimmers

Husqvarna Recalls Grass and Hedge Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Grass and Hedge Trimmers from Grass on April 4, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: Fuel can leak from the rubber spacer holding the fuel lines in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the place of purchase for a free repair.

Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122C
Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122C
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Affected model numbers

122C122HD60122HD45
Additional identifying details

"Husqvarna" and the model number are written on top of the tool.

Why it was recalled

Fuel can leak from the rubber spacer holding the fuel lines in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Husqvarna has received seven reports of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the place of purchase for a free repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Grass
Manufacturer
Husqvarna Machinery Manufacturing Co. Ltd., of Shanghai, China
Recall number
12-141
Units
About 19,500 grass trimmers and 6,500 hedge trimmers
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Lowes, Sears and Husqvarna dealers and distributors nationwide for between $150 and $320 from May 2011 to January 2012.
Importer
Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.

Grass and Hedge Trimmers

CPSC product type: Lawn Trimmers or Edgers (Not Brushcutters)

Recall contact information

For additional information, please contact Husqvarna toll-free at (877) 257-6921 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.husqvarna.com, or e-mail recalls@husqvarna.com

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