Recall #14-151 · Published April 22, 2014

Troy-Bilt electric leaf blowers

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

CPSC published a recall notice for Troy-Bilt electric leaf blowers from Troy-Bilt electric on April 22, 2014. CPSC identifies this hazard: The blower's impeller can break and strike the operator during use, posing a laceration hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the recalled blowers immediately. Lowe's customers should return them to Lowe's for a free replacement. Consumers who bought their blowers online at www.troybilt.com should contact Troy-Bilt for a free replacement.

Recalled Troy-Bilt electric blower.
Recalled Troy-Bilt electric blower.
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Affected model numbers

TB180B41BA180G966
Additional identifying details

The third through sixth characters of the serial number identify the manufacturing date.

Why it was recalled

The blower's impeller can break and strike the operator during use, posing a laceration hazard.

Incidents and injuries

MTD has received 17 incident reports, including 12 injuries that resulted in lacerations requiring stitches, cuts and bruises.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled blowers immediately. Lowe's customers should return them to Lowe's for a free replacement. Consumers who bought their blowers online at www.troybilt.com should contact Troy-Bilt for a free replacement.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
KingClean Electric Co., Ltd., of China
Recall number
14-151
Units
About 134,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Lowe's stores nationwide and online at www.troybilt.com from May 2011 through November 2013 for about $34.
Importer
MTD Southwest Inc., of Tempe, Ariz.

Troy-Bilt electric leaf blowers

CPSC product type: Leaf Blowers

Recall contact information

Troy-Bilt toll-free at (888) 848-6038 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.troybilt.com and click on Recalls under the Owner’s Center tab for more information.

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