Recalls: Yard and Garden

December 10, 2009 MTD Recalls Log Splitters Due to Amputation Hazard

The following log splitter brand names and model numbers are included in this recall. They were sold in red, black and yellow in 21, 25, 27 and 33 ton models. The model number is located on the frame near the engine. Log splitters manufactured from November 2008 through October 2009 are included in this recall. Only models with certain serial numbers are included in this recall. Read more.


November 18, 2009 Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Recall of Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores

The recalled grills are SLG series “Perfect Flame” brand outdoor propane or natural gas grills. The grills are stainless steel and painted black or gray metal. The model numbers affected by this recall are listed below. The model number can be found in the compartment under the cooking chamber. No other Perfect Flame model numbers are included in this recall. Read more.


November 12, 2009 Backpack Blowers Recalled by Homelite Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves the Homelite Mighty Lite backpack blowers. The blowers are red and black. The following models are affected by this recall: Read more.


October 28, 2009 Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. Read more.


October 22, 2009 Toro Recalls Zero Turn Mowers Due to Burn Hazard

The recall involves liquid-cooled Toro Z Master Z580, Z580-D, Z593-D and Z595-D zero-turn mowers. These units are equipped with fuel-injected, liquid-cooled Kawasaki gasoline or liquid-cooled Kubota diesel engines. The following model numbers and serial numbers are included in the recall: Read more.


October 6, 2009 Additional Injuries Prompt DeVilbiss to Reannounce Recall of Pressure Washers and Air Compressors Due to Fracture and Laceration Hazards

The recalled pressures washers and air compressors were sold under the following brands and model numbers: Read more.


September 29, 2009 Compact Tractors Recalled by John Deere Due to Injury Hazard

The recalled tractors have model numbers 3032E and 3038E painted on the side of the tractor. The serial number plate is on the tractor frame above the front wheel to the right of the operator. The recall includes the following serial numbers: Read more.


September 29, 2009 Lamplight Farms Recalls Replacement Torch Fuel Containers Due to Fire Hazard

The recall involves Clear-Vu® Torch Fuel Containers sold as replacements. “RC” is stamped on the underside of the flame guard. Clear-Vu® torch fuel containers that came with torches are not included in this recall. Read more.


August 4, 2009 Increasing Injuries Prompt Black & Decker to Reannounce Recall of Trimmers/Edgers Due to Laceration and Burn Hazards

The Black & Decker GH1000 Grasshog XP String Trimmers/Edgers are electric-powered. Trimmer/edgers with date codes 200546 through 200645 (representing manufacture dates of November 14, 2005 through November 6, 2006) are included in this recall. The date code is located on the underside of the trimmer/edger’s handle. Only trimmers with black spool caps are included in the recall. Those with orange spool caps are not included in the recall. Read more.


August 4, 2009 Ross Stores Recalls Plant Stands; Marble Top Can Detach and Fall on Consumers

The plant stands have gray marble tops and black wrought iron bases. They were sold in three sizes: small 24 inches tall, medium 28 inches tall, and large 32 inches tall. Read more.