Recall: Walmart Recalls Camp Axes Due to Injury Hazard
Description: This recall involves Ozark Trail camp axes. The steel shaft tubular axes measure about 14 inches long from handle to axe head, and weigh about 1.25 lbs. The axes have a black, non-slip rubber grip and claw feature. "Ozark Trail" and model number 60111140 are printed on the product packaging.
Name of product: Ozark Trail camp axes
Units: About 246,000
Manufacturer: Gardex, of India
Hazard: The axe head can detach from the handle, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled axes and return them to Walmart for a full refund.
Recall date: October 03, 2018
Incidents/Injuries: Walmart has received two reports of axe heads detaching from the handle, resulting in minor cuts and abrasions.
Sold At: Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2017 through July 2018 for about $8.
Importers: Walmart Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Manufactured in: India
Consumer contact: Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. through 9 p.m. CT any day or online at www.walmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information..
Recall number: 19-003