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Product Recall
Husqvarna Recalls Grass and Hedge Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard
Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122C
Grass and Hedge Trimmers
Recall Date: April 4th, 2012
Type: Lawn Trimmers or Edgers (Not Brushcutters)
Units: About 19,500 grass trimmers and 6,500 hedge trimmers
Hazards: Fuel can leak from the rubber spacer holding the fuel lines in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the place of purchase for a free repair.
Description
This recall involves the Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122C with serial numbers that range from 2011 17 00001 to 2011 52 99999. “Husqvarna” and the model number are written on top of the tool. The serial number is located on a black plate on the bottom of the muffler side of the tool. The recalled Husqvarna Hedge Trimmers are Models 122HD60 and 122HD45 with serial numbers that range from 2011 17 00001 to 2011 52 99999. “Husqvarna” and the model number are written on top of the tool. The serial number is located on a black plate on the gear box, which is on the lower portion of the tool.
Images:
Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122C
Husqvarna Hedge Trimmers: Models 122HD60 and 122HD45
Consumer Contact:
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 [email protected]Injuries:
Husqvarna has received seven reports of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturers:
Husqvarna Machinery Manufacturing Co. Ltd., of Shanghai, China
Retailers:
Lowes, Sears and Husqvarna dealers and distributors nationwide for between $150 and $320 from May 2011 to January 2012.
Importers:
Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
