Wheelbarrows sold under the brand names "Easy Roller," "Homeowner," "Mustang," or "Thoroughbred"
Published June 23, 2004
Summary
CPSC records recall 04169, published June 23, 2004. Recalling firm: O. Ames, a predecessor company of Ames True Temper Inc., of Camp Hill, Pa.; Reported units: About 647,000.
What's the hazard
The plastic wheel assemblies on these wheelbarrows can break when the tires are being inflated. This can result in plastic pieces exploding from the rims of the wheels, possibly hitting nearby consumers and causing lacerations and other injuries.
What to do
To prevent further injuries, consumers should not inflate the tires on these wheelbarrows. Ames True Temper is offering a free replacement steel wheel assembly for each wheelbarrow and is offering consumers a free gardening tool gift as an incentive to have this repair performed.
Get an email when a new CPSC recall like this is published
Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.
Recall details
- Brand
- O. Ames, a predecessor company of Ames True Temper Inc., of Camp Hill, Pa.
- Manufacturer
- O. Ames, a predecessor company of Ames True Temper Inc., of Camp Hill, Pa.
- Distributor
- Hardware stores and home centers nationwide sold the recalled wheelbarrows, from January 1993 through December 2000, for between $20 and $30.
- Country
- US
Related recalls
- CPSCEcho-brand gas-powered grass trimmers, brush cutters, hedge clippers, power blowers, and power edgersJune 29, 2004
- CPSCT6 Titanium 6 Break Artillery Shell FireworksJune 25, 2004
- CPSCCounterfeit LG-branded TM-510 Cell Phone BatteriesJune 24, 2004
- CPSCCOSCO® "Rock 'N Roller" Baby StrollerJune 23, 2004
- CPSCToddler Doll Family SetsJune 22, 2004
- CPSCBasic Editions Infant and Toddler Girls' RompersJune 22, 2004
Questions about this recall
Was Wheelbarrows sold under the brand names "Easy Roller," "Homeowner," "Mustang," or "Thoroughbred" recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 04169 on June 23, 2004. Reported hazard: The plastic wheel assemblies on these wheelbarrows can break when the tires are being inflated. This can result in plastic pieces exploding from the rims of the wheels, possibly hitting nearby consumers and causing lacerations and other injuries.
What should I do if I have this product?
To prevent further injuries, consumers should not inflate the tires on these wheelbarrows. Ames True Temper is offering a free replacement steel wheel assembly for each wheelbarrow and is offering consumers a free gardening tool gift as an incentive to have this repair performed.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: O. Ames, a predecessor company of Ames True Temper Inc., of Camp Hill, Pa..