Black & Decker recalls string trimmer model

The following recalls have been announced:

About 202,000 Black & Decker GH1000 Grasshog XP String Trimmer/Edgers, manufactured in China by Black & Decker Inc., because pieces of the product can come loose during use and become projectiles. This poses a laceration hazard to users and bystanders. The item can also overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Black & Decker has received 707 reports of incidents, including 58 injury reports. Cuts to two consumers’ legs required medical attention. Other injuries included bruises, cuts and welts. Reports of property damage included two broken windows.

Major home and hardware stores nationwide sold the product. Consumers should contact the company for a free repair kit. Details: by phone at 888-742-9158; by Web at http:///www.blackanddecker.com/CustomerCenter/Recalls.aspx or http:///www.cpsc.gov.