Hitachi Koki Recalls Grass Trimmers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Grass trimmers

Date of Recall

2014-03-05

CPSC Release Number

14-122

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 115,000 units in the United States and 12,400 in Canada

Importer

Hitachi Koki U.S.A. Ltd., of Norcross, Ga.

Sold By

Lowes, Sears and other home improvement and building supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from March 2010 through November 2013 for between $300 and $800. 

Problem/Hazard

The grass trimmers can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to the consumer.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

This recall involves twelve models of Hitachi Koki and Tanaka-brand hand-held grass trimmers. The gasoline-powered trimmers have either a green engine cover (Hitachi) or orange (Tanaka). The Hitachi or Tanaka logo is printed on the circular plate on the starter pull housing. Model and serial numbers are also located on the circular plate. Trimmers included in the recall have one of the following model numbers and have a serial number that begin with J, P or a number:

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grass trimmers and contact Hitachi Koki U.S.A. for instructions on how to return the product for a free repair.

Consumer Contact

Hitachi Koki U.S.A. Ltd. toll-free at (855) 880-6638 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.hitachipowertools.com and click on "Safety Notice Recall" for more information.

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