Recalls / 2007-06-18

Briggs & Stratton Snow Thrower Engines Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

07558 · Recalled 2007-06-18 · CPSC page

Description

The recall includes snow equipment with Briggs & Stratton OHV engines that have model numbers beginning with 12, 15, 20, or 21, and a date of manufacture (DOM) code between 000601xx and 070301xx. The engines were installed on the following brand snow throwers: Ariens, Canadiana, Craftsman, Frontier Equipment, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, Simplicity and Snapper. The engine model number and DOM information are located on the cylinder shield or rocker cover. Call for more information about determining if your snow thrower engine is included in the recall.

Hazards

When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Reported injuries

Briggs & Stratton has received 48 reports of fire. There have been no reports of injury. The firm has received one report of minor property damage.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the snow throwers. Call or contact Briggs & Stratton to arrange for the free repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Briggs & Stratton OHV Snow Thrower Engines		About 480,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Briggs & Stratton Corp.
Made in: United States
Sold at: Various snow thrower dealers nationwide, 350 for the snow thrower.

Consumer contact

For more information, consumers can contact Briggs & Stratton toll-free at (866) 478-7855 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Website at www.briggsandstratton.com - Dealers can be found by using the Dealer Locator at the Briggs & Stratton's Web site. Consumers with Craftsman brand snow throwers should call Sears toll-free at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

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Source: CPSC recall 07558. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.