Hand Trucks Recalled by Harper Trucks Due to Injury Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-10-27 · 12025
Hazards
When the tires are overinflated, they can explode causing the wheel hub to separate or break, ejecting pieces of the hub. This poses an injury hazard to bystanders.
Recall
Number
12025
Date
2011-10-27
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Hand Trucks
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Harper Trucks Inc., of Wichita, Kan.
Retailer(s)
The Home Depot from January 2008 through November 2009 and Sam's Club from January 1993 through January 2002 for between $28 and $42.
Description
This recall involves Harper Trucks hand trucks with model numbers and type of wheels listed below. "Harper Truck" and the model number can be found on an adhesive sticker on the hand truck frame's cross member. Hand trucks with two-piece, grey metal wheels are not included in this recall. Model Number Type of Handle Type of Wheel K52K16 P Handle 1-piece, composite JEDTK1935P Dual Hand/Platform Truck (Convertible) 3-piece, four bolt, metal/chrome plated 51TK19 Dual Handles 3-piece, four bolt, metal/chrome plated BKTAK19 P Handle 3-piece, four bolt, metal/chrome plated PGCSK19BLK Dual Hand 3-piece, four bolt, metal/chrome plated