CPSC Recall in 2014: Hitachi Koki Recalls Grass Trimmers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 14-122

Date: March 05, 2014

Product Name: Grass trimmers

Recall Description:

The gasoline-powered Hitachi and Tanaka-brand grass trimmers can overheat.

Hazard Description:

The grass trimmers can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to the consumer.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 115,000 units in the United States and 12,400 in Canada

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Lowes, Sears and other home improvement and building supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from March 2010 through November 2013 for between $300 and $800. 

Manufactured In:

China