Hand trucks
Description: 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. [Learn More]
About 120,000 units were affected by this recall.
Gleason Recalls Hand Trucks Due to Laceration and Injury Hazards
Model 40615. Model 60610
Hand trucks Recall Information
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Recall Date | 10/06/2016 |
| Recall ID | 7870 |
| Recall Number | 17002 |
| Hazard | The wheel's plastic rims can break when overinflated, posing a laceration or injury hazard. |
| Injuries | The firm has received five reports of injuries, including lacerations to face, hand and wrist. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hand trucks and contact Gleason to obtain replacement wheels. |
| Remedy Option | Replace |
| Contact | Gleason Consumer Products Company at 800-520-6335 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.milwaukeehandtrucks.com and click on Safety Notice for more information. |
| Last Updated | 10/27/2016 |
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