Cordless hedge trimmers
Published August 4, 2022
Summary
CPSC records recall 22197, published August 4, 2022. Reported units: About 2,600.
What's the hazard
The teal-colored guard on the recalled hedge trimmer's shear blade is missing, posing a laceration hazard to users.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cordless hedge trimmers and contact Makita U.S.A. Inc. for a free repair. Makita will provide consumers with a merchandise return label to ship the trimmers back to the firm for the free installation of a new blade guard. The firm will return the repaired trimmer with a teal-colored guard on the blade.
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Recall details
- Distributor
- Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, California
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Cordless hedge trimmers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 22197 on August 4, 2022. Reported hazard: The teal-colored guard on the recalled hedge trimmer's shear blade is missing, posing a laceration hazard to users.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cordless hedge trimmers and contact Makita U.S.A. Inc. for a free repair. Makita will provide consumers with a merchandise return label to ship the trimmers back to the firm for the free installation of a new blade guard. The firm will return the repaired trimmer with a teal-colored guard on the blade.