Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard

Recalled April 26, 2011 · CPSC recall 11207 · Toro

Hazard

The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.

Remedy

Repair

Units

Snowblowers: About 18,000 in the U.S. and 5,000 in Canada Mowers: About 6,000 in the U.S. and 200 in Canada

Incidents / injuries

There have been about 500 reports of carburetor leaks. There were no reports of fire or injury.

Description

Toro PC-421Q Snowblowers: The model/serial numbers are found on a decal on the underside of the rear of the unit. Model and serial numbers are: Model Number Serial Number 38588 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311003576 38589 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311999999 Toro 20" Recycler Mower: The model and serial numbers are found on a decal on the left rear of the mower. Model 20323; Serial number 310000001 to 310999999.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.

Contact

For additional information, including the name of a dealer near you, contact Toro toll free at 877-738-4440 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, or visit Toro's website:www.toro.com

Product

Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower

Manufacturer(s)

The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.

Retailers

Toro Dealers in the United States and Canada from September 2009-March 2011.

Made in

Mexico · United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →