Gleason Recalls Hand Trucks Due to Laceration and Injury Hazards
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 17-002 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- October 6, 2016
- Brand
- Gleason
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Hand trucks
- Hazard
- Laceration and Injury Hazards
- Hazard type
- Laceration and cuts
- Remedy
- Replace
- Units
- About 120,000
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- October 27, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves Milwaukee-branded hand trucks with model numbers 40615 and 60610. The recalled nylon hand trucks have a one-piece, nylon-molded frame and measure 50 inches tall and 21 inches wide. Model 40615 has a black nylon body, a black foot rest and yellow handles. Model 60610 has a black nylon body, a red foot rest and red handles. The model number is located on the crossbar between the handles of the hand truck.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Hand trucks · About 120,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Home Depot and Lowe's nationwide and online at homedepot.com and lowes.com from August 2007 through April 2010 for about $65.; Gleason Consumer Products Company, of Lincoln, Ill..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received five reports of injuries, including lacerations to face, hand and wrist.
Consumer contact
Gleason Consumer Products Company at 800-520-6335 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at nruhrer@gleasonmillw.com or online at www.milwaukeehandtrucks.com and click on Safety Notice for more information.
Recall history and context
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Hand trucks (About 120,000 units). This recall involves Milwaukee-branded hand trucks with model numbers 40615 and 60610.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration and Injury Hazards.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hand trucks and contact Gleason to obtain replacement wheels.
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