The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06570·Announced 2006-08-01

Troy-Bilt String Trimmers Recalled for Detaching Blade Laceration Hazard

MTD Southwest is recalling Troy-Bilt 4-cycle gasoline string trimmers sold at Lowe's because the trimmer blade can detach and cause lacerations.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (laceration from a detaching blade) where no injuries have yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

MTD Southwest Inc. is recalling approximately 20,000 Troy-Bilt 4-cycle gasoline string trimmers, models TB425CS and TB525CS. These handheld trimmers were sold at Lowe's stores nationwide from January 2006 through March 2006 for about $170. The trimmers are powered by a 4-cycle gasoline engine and feature a spinning yellow trimmer head with orange filament line.

The recall is due to a laceration hazard. The blade that trims excess string can detach from the plastic shield covering the trimmer head. If the blade detaches, it can be thrown outward, potentially hitting the user or a bystander and resulting in a laceration. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the trimmers immediately and contact Troy-Bilt for a free repair. Lowe's will mail free repair kits with instructions to owners of registered equipment. For additional information, consumers can contact Troy-Bilt toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.troybilt.com.

The recalled product

Product
Troy-Bilt 4-Cycle Gasoline String Trimmers
Manufacturer
MTD Southwest Inc., of Tempe, Ariz.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
20,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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