CPSC Recall in 2016: Rixson Exterior Gate Closers Recalled Due to Injury Hazard; Made by Assa Abloy Italia

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-173

Date: May 24, 2016

Product Name: Exterior gate closer mechanism

Recall Description:

" The gate closer mechanism can break and eject metal pieces including the spring or it can spray oil, posing a risk of injury. "

Hazard Description:

The exterior gate closer mechanism can break and eject metal pieces, including the spring, or it can spray oil, posing a risk of injury.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 130

Incidents:

The firm has received 15 reports worldwide of mechanisms breaking and ejecting metal objects, including three in the U.S. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Wholesale and hardware distributors from April 2015 through November 2015 for about $460

Manufactured In:

China