Walmart Recalls Camp Axes Due to Injury Hazard

Hazard

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

What to do

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

Products

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.

Incidents and injuries

Walmart has received two reports of axe heads detaching from the handle, resulting in minor cuts and abrasions.

Text from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice.