Weed Wizard trimmer heads
Published May 3, 2000
Summary
CPSC records recall 00104, published May 3, 2000. Recalling firm: Weed Wizard Acquisition Corp., of Bradley, Mich.; Reported units: About 2.7 million.
What's the hazard
The end link of the trimmer's metal chain can rapidly and unexpectedly detach during use, propelling the link into the air at a high velocity. If the metal link strikes the user or a bystander, it can penetrate skin and bone, causing injury or death.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the Weed Wizards with metal chains immediately and discard or destroy the product. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Weed Wizard Acquisition Corp., of Bradley, Mich.
- Manufacturer
- Weed Wizard Acquisition Corp., of Bradley, Mich.
- Distributor
- Home centers, mass merchants, discount stores, hardware stores and television advertisements nationwide sold Weed Wizards with metal chains, from May 1987 through April 2000, for between $19 and $25. The replacement chain kits were sold from January 1992 through April 2000 for about $8.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Weed Wizard trimmer heads recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 00104 on May 3, 2000. Reported hazard: The end link of the trimmer's metal chain can rapidly and unexpectedly detach during use, propelling the link into the air at a high velocity. If the metal link strikes the user or a bystander, it can penetrate skin and bone, causing injury or death.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the Weed Wizards with metal chains immediately and discard or destroy the product. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Weed Wizard Acquisition Corp., of Bradley, Mich..