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CPSC, Conceptual Marketing & Development, Inc., Announce Recall of Weed Cutting Attachment Blades

U.S. CPSCCutsMay 29, 2003
Recalled Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment Blades
Recalled Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment Blades
Recalled Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment Blades
Recalled Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment Blades
Recalled Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment Blades
Recalled Model 4650 Weed Cutting Attachment Blades

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Hazard

The blades can break off and hit consumers, causing severe impact and laceration injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled blades immediately and contact CMD for free replacements.

Incidents & injuries

CMD and the commission are aware of 16 reports of blades breaking, resulting in 12 injuries. Injuries have ranged from lacerations requiring stitches to tendon and bone injuries.

Product description

Only cast aluminum metal alloy blades are included in the recall. The blades measure 1/4 inch thick, 1 inch wide and 4 inches long, and are a dull silver color. Blades that are either smooth on the bottom or have ridges are included in the recall. All of the blades were made in the U.S.A.

Sold on

Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide sold the blades with the weed cutting attachments, or separately as replacements, from November 1999 through December 2001. The model 4650 weed cutter with blades sold for about $15 and a set of three replacement blades sold for about $6.

Contact the company

Consumers can contact CMD at (800) 210-9949 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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