Exterior Gate Closers (Assa Abloy) – Injury Hazard (2016)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Exterior Gate Closers
Brand
Assa Abloy Italia S.p.a., of Italy
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Assa Abloy Italia S.p.a., of Italy is recalling Exterior Gate Closers. The hazard is: The gate closer mechanism can break and eject metal pieces including the spring or it can spray oil,. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves the Exterior Gate Closer Model 1350. The affected gate closer is affixed to external gates and has a body that is approximately 6.5 inches long, with a sliding arm that is about 3 feet in width when extended. The unit is marked on the side of the body with "MAB/ASSA ABLOY." The recall only includes units produced between January 2014 and December 2015. The unit's production date is stamped on the side of the gate closer body in a "week/year" format and can be accessed by removing the body's plastic housing.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The gate closer mechanism can break and eject metal pieces including the spring or it can spray oil, posing a risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the gate and contact Rixson for information on safely removing the arm from the gate closer and returning for a free replacement gate closer. Rixson is contacting consumers who bought the recalled product directly.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026