True Value Recalls Wheelbarrows; Over-Inflated Tire Can Cause Wheel to Break and Pose Injury Hazard
Green Thumb Twin Wheelbarrows
Date of Recall
2009-02-18CPSC Release Number
09-133Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 621-6025Units
About 17,000Distributor
True Value Co., of Chicago, Ill.Manufacturer
Qingdao Huatian Hand Truck Co. Ltd., of ChinaSold By
True Value stores nationwide from September 2008 through October 2008 for about $80.Problem/Hazard
Over-inflating the tire could cause the wheel’s plastic rim to break, posing an injury to the user.Injuries/Incidents
True Value has received two reports of the plastic rim breaking. No injuries have been reported.Description
The recalled wheelbarrow has tan plastic wheel rims, a black plastic tray and steel handles and axle.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wheelbarrows and return them to any True Value store for a full refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information, call True Value at (800) 621-6025 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.truevalue.comRecall Comments
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