The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·85002·Announced 1985-01-15

K & S Brushcutters Recalled Due to Blade Separation Risk

K & S Industries is repairing 23,240 brushcutters because the blade may separate, causing 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 where laceration injuries have been reported, but no fatalities or severe injuries are documented, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and K & S Industries, a division of Cosco, Inc., announced a voluntary repair program for 23,240 K & S Brushcutter/Monofilament Trimmers. The recall is necessary because the blade may separate from the brushcutter, a defect that has resulted in laceration injuries to the feet and legs of users in 11 reported occurrences. The blade can come off if the brushcutter head is not properly aligned with the drive plate or if the retaining bolt is not tight.

The affected models are the Trim-All TA-1200, TA-1200X, Combo 87-1633, and Estate Trimmer E-1200. These units were sold nationwide from February 1, 1982, to August 9, 1984, for approximately $189.95. The products feature a red engine, chrome handle, and black plastic lower guard. Model numbers are located on a decal in the middle of the shaft, and the brand name appears on the engine frame above the starter pull handle.

K & S Industries is providing a free replacement kit to owners, which includes a blade assembly, bolt, Allen wrench, and instruction sheet. Consumers should not use the brushcutter attachment until the replacement parts are installed, though the string trimmer attachment may continue to be used. The replacement bolt is specific to this application and should not be substituted. Owners can obtain the kit by calling Cosco Customer Service or writing to K & S Industries in Columbus, Indiana.

The recalled product

Product
Estate Trimmer K & S Brushcutter/Monofilament Trimmers
Manufacturer
K & S Industries
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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