efco brand Gas Trimmers from Emak USA
CPSC Recall #14-047 — December 10, 2013
Product
efco brand Gas Trimmers from Emak USA
Description
The muffler on the landscape trimmer's engine can break. The trimmers are used for cutting grass and light brush.
Hazard
The muffler on the trimmer's engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received eight reports of incidents, including one resulting in singed hair. No serious injury or property damage have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an authorized efco dealer for a free muffler replacement kit.
Units Affected
About 1,400 in the U.S. and 166 in Canada
Sold At
Authorized efco dealers at both retail stores and online, and Menards stores between June 2009 and July 2013 for about $400.
Manufactured In
China