Walmart Recalls Camp Axes Due to Injury Hazard

CPSC recall 19003 · announced October 3, 2018 · Gardex · 246,000 units affected

The product

This recall involves Ozark Trail camp axes. The steel shaft tubular axes measure about 14 inches long from handle to axe head, and weigh about 1.25 lbs. The axes have a black, non-slip rubber grip and claw feature. "Ozark Trail" and model number 60111140 are printed on the product packaging.

The hazard

The axe head can detach from the handle, posing an injury hazard.

What to do (per CPSC)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled axes and return them to Walmart for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): Walmart has received two reports of axe heads detaching from the handle, resulting in minor cuts and abrasions.
Sold at: Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2017 through July 2018 for about $8.
Consumer contact: Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. through 9 p.m. CT any day or online at www.walmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information..

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.