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Hickory handle sledge hammers

CPSC Recall #10-320 — August 17, 2010

Recall Summary

Recall Number10-320
Recall DateAugust 17, 2010
Remedy TypeRefund, Replace
Units AffectedAbout 15,000
ImporterWhite Cap Construction Supply Inc., of Costa Mesa, Calif.
Manufactured InIndia

Where It Was Sold

White Cap Construction Supply distributors nationwide from April 2009 through May 2010 for between $12 and $47.

Product

Hickory handle sledge hammers

Description

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.Name of Product: Hickory handle sledge hammersUnits: About 15,000Importer: White Cap Construction Supply Inc., of Costa Mesa, Calif.Hazard: The head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: This recall involves Brigade sledge hammers with a hickory wood handle. There are 11 models included in this recall, ranging in size from 2 to 20 lbs. A green and white label with the word "Brigade" and the model name is affixed to the head of the sledge hammer, and "Genuine Hickory" is printed on the handle. Model and UPC information are printed on the label.ModelUPCPart Description444BR106758470440605358LB 36 double Face Sledge Hammer444BR1067784704406055912LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer444BR106858470440606344LB 16 Engineers Hammer444BR1067884704406056616LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer444BR1067984704406057320LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer444BR106888470440606654LB 10-1/2 Drilling Hammer444BR106878470440606583LB 10-1/2 Drilling Hammer444BR106748470440605286LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer444BR1067684704406054210LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer444BR106868470440606412LB 10-1/2 Drilling Hammer444BR106848470440606273LB 16 Engineers HammerSold at: White Cap Construction Supply distributors nationwide from April 2009 through May 2010 for between $12 and $47.Manufactured in: IndiaRemedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sledge hammers and return the product to White Cap Construction Supply for a full refund or exchange.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact White Cap Construction Supply toll-free at (877) 281-4831 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.whitecap.com.

Hazard

The head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.

Incidents & Injuries

None reported.

Remedy Instructions

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sledge hammers and return the product to White Cap Construction Supply for a full refund or exchange.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund, Replace at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund, Replace) at no cost to you.

Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product — whether recalled or not — you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.

In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.

If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.

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