efco Expands Recall of Gas Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard

This recall was issued March 10, 2015.

Company: Comet Usa, Inc., Of Burnsville, Minn.
Posted: March 10, 2015
Recall Number: 15092
Quantity: About 1,900 in the United States and 200 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in December 2013
Official Source: View on CPSC website ↗

Reason for Recall

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

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

The firm has received 11 reports of muffler failure, including two resulting in singed hair.