Trash cans recalled over laceration hazard

Recall date

July 17, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

EKO Recalls Motion Sensor Trash Cans Sold Exclusively at Costco Due to Laceration Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

15742

Sold / distributed

Costco Wholesale stores nationwide and Costco.com between December 2013 and June 2015 for about $50.

Why it was recalled

The black plastic protective collar in the opening on the back of the trash receptacle can become dislodged and expose a sharp edge, posing a risk of laceration to the user.

What was recalled

This recall involves EKO Sensible Eco Living motion sensor trash cans. The trash cans open when they detect motion nearby. The recalled trash cans are stainless steel, about 31 inches tall and about 14 inches square. They have the capacity to hold 21 gallons (80 liters) of trash and the lid operates with eight AA batteries. Model number EK9288BMT-80L is on a product identification label on the underside of the trash can lid.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trash cans and return them to Costco for a full refund or contact EKO for a free repair kit with a redesigned black plastic protective collar and installation instructions. Costco is notifying consumers who purchased the trash cans directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.