Makita U.S.A. Recalls Cordless Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard

Cordless hedge trimmers

Date of Recall
2022-08-04

CPSC Release Number
22-197

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 2,600

Sold By
Home improvement stores, hardware stores and other independent outdoor power equipment stores nationwide and online at HomeDepot.com and Amazon.com from February 2022 through June 2022 for between $260 and $420.

Problem/Hazard
The teal-colored guard on the recalled hedge trimmer's shear blade is missing, posing a laceration hazard to users.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported

Description

This recall involves Makita cordless hedge trimmers. The trimmer has a teal and black handle with a steel blade. Makita is printed on the side of the trimmer. The serial number is on the battery mounting port. The following model and serial number ranges are included in this recall.

Model Number

S/N from

S/N to

XHU07Z

62401Y

62688Y

63136Y

63459Y

65101Y

65388Y

67401Y

67796Y

2495K

2854K

3403K

3762K

XHU07T

60961Y

61032Y

61461Y

61568Y

63921Y

64064Y

65389Y

65712Y

XHU08Z

17255Y

17326Y

18144Y

18203Y

18588Y

18683Y

19352Y

19435Y

1040K

1267K

XHU08T

17636Y

17671Y

18684Y

18839Y

Remedy
Repair

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