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CPSC, Garden Way Announce Recall of Trimmers/Mowers

U.S. CPSCInjuriesMay 29, 2001
Recalled trimmer/mower
Recalled trimmer/mower
Location of model and serial number on recalled trimmer/mower
Location of model and serial number on recalled trimmer/mower

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Hazard

The trimmer heads, which control the cutting cords, can split and detach, posing a serious injury risk to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the trimmers/mowers immediately and discard or destroy the product.

Incidents & injuries

Garden Way has received 38 reports of trimmer heads splitting or detaching, resulting in two reports of toe fractures and five reports of bruised feet.

Product description

The recalled trimmers/mowers were sold under the TROY-BILT and GARDEN WAY BY TROY-BILT brand names. The brand name is on a shield in front of the engine. The model and serial numbers are located on the deck behind the left wheel, when viewed from the operator's position. The recalled models are the 52063 and 52064 Troy-Bilt brand and the 52067 Garden Way by Troy-Bilt brand. The serial number ranges are: 520631204884-520631207314 520631500101-520631500824 520631600101-520631604293 520641203058-520641204353 520641500101-520641500746 520641600101-520641602466 520671500101 - 52067150366

Sold on

Garden Way dealers and retailers nationwide, including Sam's Wholesalers, Ace Hardware, and Southern States, sold these trimmers/mowers, from November 2000 through May 2001, for between $300 and $430.

Contact the company

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

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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