CPSC recall 14047
efco brand Gas Trimmers from Emak USA
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-01-07
On 2015-01-07 the CPSC announced a recall of efco brand Gas Trimmers from Emak USA by Emak Usa, citing the muffler on the trimmer's engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 14047 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2013-12-10 |
| Published | 2015-01-07 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Emak Usa |
| Distribution | US |
Product
efco brand Gas Trimmers from Emak USA | 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.
Reason
The muffler on the trimmer's engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Gas-Trimmers-Recalled-by-efco
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