The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·11341·Announced 2011-09-29

Husqvarna Recalls RedMax Brushcutters Due to Fuel Tank Fire Hazard

Husqvarna is recalling about 10,500 RedMax TR2350S brushcutters because fuel tanks may leak at the cap, posing a fire hazard. No injuries or fires have been reported.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 fire hazard from fuel leakage, which is a risk-of-harm product issue. Per the rubric, this is classified as High (3) because no injuries or fires have been reported yet.

Plain-English summary

Husqvarna Professional Products Inc. is recalling approximately 10,500 RedMax model TR2350S brushcutter/trimmers. The recall is due to a defect where some fuel tanks allow leakage at the fuel cap, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.

The recalled products were sold at authorized RedMax dealers and distributors throughout the U.S. and Canada for about $260.00. The brushcutters feature shaft serial numbers ranging from 10215377 to 10625892 and engine serial numbers ranging from 10115390 to 10425910. The model number and shaft serial number are located on a label on the shaft halfway between the trimmer head and the engine, while the engine serial number is on the bottom of the engine between the two screws securing the fuel tank.

There have been no reports of fire, personal injury, or property damage associated with this defect. Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to their local RedMax dealer for repair. For additional information, consumers can contact Husqvarna toll-free at (877) 257-6921 or by email at [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
RedMax brushcutter/trimmer
Manufacturer
Husqvarna Zenoah Co. Ltd., an affiliate of Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., Charlotte, N.C.
Category
Consumer Product — Lawn and Garden Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
10,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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