Gleason Recalls Hand Trucks Due to Laceration and Injury Hazards
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Hand trucks |
| Units | About 120,000 |
| Hazards | The wheel's plastic rims can break when overinflated, posing a laceration or injury hazard. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hand trucks and contact Gleason to obtain replacement wheels. |
| Manufacturers | Gleason Consumer Products Company, of Lincoln, Ill. |
Details
This recall involves Milwaukee-branded hand trucks with model numbers 40615 and 60610. The recalled nylon hand trucks have a one-piece, nylon-molded frame and measure 50 inches tall and 21 inches wide. Model 40615 has a black nylon body, a black foot rest and yellow handles. Model 60610 has a black nylon body, a red foot rest and red handles. The model number is located on the crossbar between the handles of the hand truck.
Consumer Contact
Gleason Consumer Products Company at 800-520-6335 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.milwaukeehandtrucks.com and click on Safety Notice for more information.
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