CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The muffler on the trimmer's engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.

In Conjunction with
https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/35841r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • December 10, 2013

Gas Trimmers Recalled by efco Due to Fire Hazard

The trimmers are used in both residential and professional applications for cutting grass and light brush. The cutting attachments include a trimmer head and metal blade. The trimmers are about 72 inches long. They are colored red and gray with either a bike or loop handle configuration. Three models are recalled in two engine sizes measured in cubic centimeters. They are: 36cc models 8371 S and 8371 T, and a 40.2cc model 8421 T engine displacement. The brand name "efco" and model number are printed on the front of the engine and the brand name also appears on the wand.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an authorized efco dealer for a free muffler replacement kit.

Contact Information

Emak USA at (800) 800-4420 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm’s website at www.efcopower.com and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the home page.

Recall Details

Sold At
Authorized efco dealers at both retail stores and online, and Menards stores between June 2009 and July 2013 for about $400.
Injuries
The firm has received eight reports of incidents, including one resulting in singed hair. No serious injury or property damage have been reported.
Manufacturer
Emak USA, Inc., of Wooster, Ohio
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
14047

Product Information

Product Name
efco brand Gas Trimmers from Emak USA
Product Type
Lawn Trimmers or Edgers (Not Brushcutters)
Number of Units
About 1,400 in the U.S. and 166 in Canada
Manufacturer Name
Emak USA, Inc., of Wooster, Ohio
Manufactured In
China

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Contact Manufacturer

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

Full Contact Information

Emak USA at (800) 800-4420 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm’s website at www.efcopower.com and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the home page.