efco recalls gas trimmers with a fire hazard risk due to potential muffler breakage. Consumers must stop using and return recalled units for free replacement.
The muffler on the engine can break during use and pose a fire hazard.
efco is recalling gas trimmers because the muffler can break during use, creating a fire hazard. This affects trimmers sold between 2020 and 2:00 PM on June 1, 2020. Owners should stop using and return the trimmers immediately for a free replacement.
The muffler on the trimmer engine can break during normal use, leading to sparks and fire. This hazard occurs because the muffler is not securely attached and can detach when the trimmer is in operation.
Homeowners and professionals who own the recalled efco gas trimmers are affected. Those using the trimmers without proper safety measures are at higher risk.
Check for the brand "efco" and model numbers 8371 S, 8371 T, or 8421 T printed on the front of the engine. The trimmers were sold between 2020 and 2:00 PM on June 1, 2020.
Cease using the recalled trimmers to prevent fire hazards from broken mufflers.
Take the trimmer to an authorized efco dealer for a free replacement unit.
Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an authorized efco dealer for a free replacement.
The recalled models are efco 36cc 8371 S, 8371 T, and 40.2cc 8421 T gas trimmers.
The trimmers were sold between 2020 and 2:00 PM on June 1, 2020.
Look for the brand "efco" and model numbers 8371 S, 8371 T, or 8421 T on the front of the engine.
We’ve drafted a message you can send efco to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1927 — efco efco Gas Trimmers Hello, I own a efco Gas Trimmers that is covered by recall 1927 from efco. The official recall notice states: Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmers immediately and return them to an authorized efco dealer for a free replacement. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
