CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The steel shaft that drives the edger blade can break during use causing the edger blade to detach. If the blade detaches, it can hit the user or bystanders, posing a laceration hazard.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • June 21, 2011

MTD Recalls TrimmerPlus Edger Attachments Due to Laceration Hazard

This recall involves MTD TrimmerPlus™ Edger Attachment Model 41AJLE-C092 LE720. The edger is sold separately as an attachment and can be attached to most major brand attachment-capable trimmers. The edger is used to cut grass along an edge such as a driveway or sidewalk. "TrimmerPlus" and "LE720" are printed on the blade's housing. Only certain serial numbers "1C##1DR####" through "1D##1DR####" are included in the recall. The serial number and "MTD" are printed on white labels on the edger's pole.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled MTD TrimmerPlus™ Edgers and contact MTD to receive a free replacement.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.mtdproducts.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Lowe's and other hardware and home improvement stores nationwide and on the Web between March 2011 and April 2011 for about $70.
Injuries
None reported
Manufacturer
MTD Products Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
11252

Product Information

Product Name
TrimmerPlus™ Edger Attachments
Product Type
Lawn Trimmers or Edgers (Not Brushcutters)
Number of Units
About 14,500
Manufacturer Name
MTD Products Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio
Manufactured In
Mexico

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (888) 848-6038
Website www.mtdproducts.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.mtdproducts.com