Husqvarna Professional Products Recalls RedMax Brushcutter Due to Fire Hazard

RedMax brushcutter / trimmer

Date of Recall

2011-09-29

CPSC Release Number

11-341

Manufactured In

Assembled in U.S.

Company Phone Number

(877) 257-6921

Units

About 10,500

Manufacturer

Husqvarna Zenoah Co. Ltd. is an affiliate of Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., Charlotte, N.C.

Sold By

Authorized RedMax dealers and distributors throughout the U.S. and Canada for about $260.00.

Problem/Hazard

Some fuel tanks allow leakage at the fuel cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents

No reports of fire, personal injury or property damage.

Description

The recalled brushcutter / trimmer is a RedMax model TR2350S. Recalled brushcutters have shaft serial numbers ranging from 10215377 to 10625892, and engine serial numbers ranging from 10115390 to 10425910. The product is powered by a 2-cycle gasoline engine and cuts grass or weeds through the use of a spinning black trimmer head containing a spool of filament line. Model number and shaft serial number are located on a label on the shaft halfway between the trimmer head and the engine. The engine serial number is located on the bottom of engine between the two screws that secure fuel tank to the engine. See illustration below.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to their local RedMax dealer for repair.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, please contact Husqvarna toll-free between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday at (877) 257-6921 or e-mail [email protected]

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