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Gas Trimmers Recalled by efco Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled December 10, 2013 · CPSC recall 14047 · Gas

efco model 8421 Tefco engine model 8421 Tefco model 8371Sefco engine model 8371S
Hazard
The muffler on the trimmer's engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 1,400 in the U.S. and 166 in Canada
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received eight reports of incidents, including one resulting in singed hair. No serious injury or property damage have been reported.

Description

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.

What to do

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

Contact

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.

Product
efco brand Gas Trimmers from Emak USA
Manufacturer(s)
Emak USA, Inc., of Wooster, Ohio
Retailers
Authorized efco dealers at both retail stores and online, and Menards stores between June 2009 and July 2013 for about $400.
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →