American Honda · Recalled
American Honda Recalls Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
The shaft can crack and cause the lower gear case and cutting attachment to detach, posing a laceration hazard to the operator and bystanders.
- Units
- About 14,000 in the United States and 3,600 in Canada
- Reports
- 11
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $420–$430
- Remedy
- Repair
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Affected
The recalled grass trimmer is made by Honda and has the model number HHT35SUKAT. The trimmer is gas-powered and has a red engine housing with the word "Honda" on the top front and a bicycle handlebar-style grip. A label on the shaft includes the words "Honda" and "HHT35S." Recalled trimmers are in the serial number range HAHA-1000001 to HAHA-1017345. The serial number is located on the top side of the shaft below the handlebars.
The file
- Sold at
- Honda Power Equipment dealers nationwide and online from May 2006 to February 2012 for between $420 and $430.
- Product type
- Lawn Trimmers or Edgers (Not Brushcutters)
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- American Honda Motor Company, of Torrance, Calif.
Incident log
Honda is aware of 11 incidents of broken or cracked shafts. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these trimmers and contact the nearest Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.
For more information, contact American Honda toll-free at (888) 888-3139 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the American Honda's website at http://powerequipment.honda.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated FEB 28 2012; last revised APR 18 2016.