CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-11-09 · 06507
Hazards
On some units, the engine mount springs between the gear case and handle/frame could separate from their receptacle in the frame during heavy operation. Continued use could cause the engine and blades to swing free of the frame and hit the user, possibly causing lacerations.
Recall
Number
06507
Date
2005-11-09
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Kawasaki Hedge Trimmer
Companies
Retailer(s)
A nationwide network of independent Kawasaki Power Product dealers between April and July of 2005. The KHT600D model retails for about $360, and the KHT750D model retails for about $400.
Distributor(s)
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Country of manufacture
Japan
Description
The recalled hedge trimmers include model numbers KHT600D and KHT750D. The KHT600D has a 24-inch, double-sided blade, and the KHT750D has a 30-inch, double-sided blade. Both models have a gray handle/frame and a red and gray engine, and they can be identified by the model designation, located on a label on the recoil starter.