Additional Injuries Prompt Reannouncement of Fiskars Recall of Bypass Lopper Shears Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Fiskars® 32-Inch Bypass Lopper Shears |
| Units | About 277,000 (in addition, 11,000 were sold in Canada) |
| Hazards | The lopper handles can break when attempting to cut branches, posing a risk of serious injury and laceration. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lopper shears and contact Fiskars to receive a free replacement lopper. |
Details
This recall involves Fiskars Titanium Bypass Lopper shears with model number 6954. The lopper shears have 32-inch dark orange steel handles and black rubber grips with a gray strip. Plastic gears connected to the pruning blades allow the consumers to open and close the pruning blades by moving the handles. "FISKARS" is printed on one handle and product identification information, including model number 6954, is printed on a label on the opposite handle above the barcode.
Consumer 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.
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