MTD Southwest Recalls Trimmers and Polesaws Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 20110. Recall date: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The head of the trimmers and polesaws can continue to rotate when the throttle is released, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trimmers and polesaws and contact MTD Southwest for instructions on obtaining a free replacement trimmer or polesaw.
CPSC recall 20110 has the recall date 16 Apr 2020. The notice names the firm MTD Southwest. The recall has about 2,660 units. The median CPSC recall of 2020 has 6,100 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Laceration.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | None reported |
|---|---|
| Units | 2,660 |
| Remedy options | Replace |
| Description | This recall involves Troy-Bilt, Craftsman-branded trimmers and Remington-branded polesaws powered by a 25cc 2-Cycle gasoline engine. The trimmer's housing is red and black and Troy-Bilt or Craftsman is printed on the top of the unit. The polesaw's housing is orange and black and Remington is printed on the top of the unit. Trimmers and polesaws have serial numbers 1K199DG1886 through 1L059DH1017. The model and serial number is located on the white model label on the engine cover. The following model numbers are included in this recall. Brand Model Product Description UPC Code Troybilt 41AD252S766 41CDZ25C766 TB252S Straight Shaft Trimmer TB22 Curve Shaft Trimmer 084931848528 084931845725 Craftsman 41BDZ20C791 (CMXGTAMDZ20C) 41BDZ22C791 (CMXGTAMDZ22C) WC215 Curve Shaft Trimmer WS215 Straight Shaft Trimmer 084931847729 084931847736 Remington 41CDPS1C983 RM2599 Polesaw 084931843950 |
| Product | Troy-Bilt and Craftsman 25cc 2-Cycle trimmers and Remington 25cc 2-Cycle polesaw, About 2,660 |
| Sold at | Ace Hardware, Menards, Tru Value, Do It Best, Fred Meyer, and other stores nationwide from November 2019 through January 2020 for between $109 and $190. |
| Manufacturer | MTD Southwest Inc |
| Made in | Mexico |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 2,660Median of 2020: 6,100
- CPSC recalls of 2020
- 257
- Recalls of 2020 with one of the same hazards
- 8%
- Recalls on the register that name MTD Southwest
- 3
Other recalls of the firm
| Date | Recall |
|---|---|
| 28 Nov 2006 | MTD Southwest Inc. Recalls Troy-Bilt, Craftsman Chain Saws, Breaking Handles Pose Laceration Hazard |
| 1 Aug 2006 | Troy-Bilt String Trimmer Sold at Lowe's Recalled for Laceration Hazard |
Official channels
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 20110. https://recallregister.com/product/8793-mtd-southwest-recalls-trimmers-and-polesaws-due-to-laceration-hazard/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
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- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
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- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 20110 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
None reported
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Ace Hardware, Menards, Tru Value, Do It Best, Fred Meyer, and other stores nationwide from November 2019 through January 2020 for between $109 and $190.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 20110?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
Replace
- How many units are in CPSC recall 20110?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 2,660