Trimmers and Polesaws (Troy-Bilt) – laceration hazard (2020)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Troy-Bilt and Craftsman 25cc 2-Cycle trimmers and Remington 25cc 2-Cycle polesaw
Brand
MTD Southwest Inc., of Tempe, Ariz.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
UPC Codes
084931843950, 084931845725, 084931847729, 084931847736, 084931848528
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
MTD Southwest Inc., of Tempe, Ariz. is recalling Troy-Bilt and Craftsman 25cc 2-Cycle trimmers and Remington 25cc 2-Cycle polesaw. The hazard is: The head of the trimmers and polesaws can continue to rotate when the throttle is released, posing a. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves Troy-Bilt, Craftsman-branded trimmers and Remington-branded polesaws powered by a 25cc 2-Cycle gasoline engine. The trimmer's housing is red and black and Troy-Bilt or Craftsman is printed on the top of the unit. The polesaw's housing is orange and black and Remington is printed on the top of the unit. Trimmers and polesaws have serial numbers 1K199DG1886 through 1L059DH1017. The model and serial number is located on the white model label on the engine cover. The following model numbers are included in this recall. Brand Model Product Description UPC Code Troybilt 41AD252S766 41CDZ25C766 TB252S Straight Shaft Trimmer TB22 Curve Shaft Trimmer 084931848528 084931845725 Craftsman 41BDZ20C791 (CMXGTAMDZ20C) 41BDZ22C791 (CMXGTAMDZ22C) WC215 Curve Shaft Trimmer WS215 Straight Shaft Trimmer 084931847729 084931847736 Remington 41CDPS1C983 RM2599 Polesaw 084931843950
Reported concern (CPSC)
The head of the trimmers and polesaws can continue to rotate when the throttle is released, posing a laceration hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trimmers and polesaws and contact MTD Southwest for instructions on obtaining a free replacement trimmer or polesaw.
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 10, 2026