CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Laceration
CPSC, Conceptual Marketing & Development, Inc., Announce Recall of Weed Cutting Attachment Blades
Only cast aluminum metal alloy blades are included in the recall. The blades measure 1/4 inch thick, 1 inch wide and 4 inches long, and are a dull silver color. Blades that are either smooth on the bottom or have ridges are included in the recall. All of the blades were made in the U.S.A.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the recalled blades immediately and contact CMD for free replacements.
Contact Information
Consumers can contact CMD at (800) 210-9949 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide sold the blades with the weed cutting attachments, or separately as replacements, from November 1999 through December 2001. The model 4650 weed cutter with blades sold for about $15 and a set of three replac
Injuries
CMD and the commission are aware of 16 reports of blades breaking, resulting in 12 injuries. Injuries have ranged from lacerations requiring stitches to tendon and bone injuries.
Manufacturer
Conceptual Marketing & Development
Recall Number
03135
Product Information
Product Name
Weed Cutting Attachment Blades
Product Type
Weed Trimmers
Manufacturer Name
Conceptual Marketing & Development
Manufactured In
United States