The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11252·Announced 2011-06-21

MTD Recalls TrimmerPlus Edger Attachments Due to Laceration Hazard

MTD is recalling TrimmerPlus Edger Attachments because a steel shaft can break, causing the blade to detach and pose a laceration hazard.

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 hazard from a detaching blade) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

MTD Products Inc. is recalling approximately 14,500 TrimmerPlus Edger Attachments, Model 41AJLE-C092 LE720. The edger is sold as an attachment for trimmers and is used to cut grass along edges such as driveways or sidewalks. The recall involves specific serial numbers ranging from "1C##1DR####" through "1D##1DR####".

The steel shaft that drives the edger blade can break during use, causing the edger blade to detach. If the blade detaches, it can hit the user or bystanders, posing a laceration hazard. MTD has not reported any injuries associated with this recall.

The recalled edgers were sold at Lowe's and other hardware and home improvement stores nationwide and on the Web between March 2011 and April 2011 for about $70. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled edgers and contact MTD to receive a free replacement. For additional information, consumers can contact MTD toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.mtdproducts.com.

The recalled product

Product
TrimmerPlus™ Edger Attachments
Manufacturer
MTD Products Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio
Category
Consumer Product — Lawn Trimmers or Edgers
Hazard
Affected units
14,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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