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Affected model numbers
40.2CCThe brand "efco" and model number are printed on the front of the engine and the brand name also appears on the wand.
Why it was recalled
The muffler on the engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 11 reports of muffler failure, including two resulting in singed hair.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an authorized efco dealer for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- efco Gas
- Recall number
- 15-092
- Units
- About 1,900 in the United States and 200 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in December 2013
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized efco dealers and Menard retail stores nationwide and online from June 2009 to July 2014 for about $400.
- Importer
- Comet USA, Inc., of Burnsville, Minn.
efco Gas Trimmers
CPSC product type: Power Hedge Trimmers
Recall contact information
Comet USA at (800) 800-4420 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.efcopower.com and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the home page.
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