CPSC

Troy-Bilt 4-Cycle Gasoline String Trimmers Recalled for Laceration Hazard

Recalled String Trimmer
Recalled String Trimmer

Hazard

The blade that trims the excess string of these weed trimmers can detach from the plastic shield covering the trimmer head. The blade can be thrown outward, hitting the user or bystander, resulting in a laceration.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the trimmers immediately and contact Troy-Bilt for a free repair. Lowe's will mail free repair kits with instruction to owners of registered equipment directly.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Troy-Bilt toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.troybilt.com

Products

Troy-Bilt 4-Cycle Gasoline String Trimmers

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Lowe's stores nationwide from January 2006 through March 2006 for about $170.