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Recalls / 2010-10-15

Briggs & Stratton Recalls Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard from Projectiles; Sold Exclusively at Sears

11704 · Recalled 2010-10-15 · CPSC page

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Description

This recall involves Craftman riding mower with model number 107.28034 and serial numbers listed below. The rear engine mounted riding mower is black. The model and serial numbers can be found on the data tag on the back of the riding mower. Serial numbers included in this recall 2014033403 through 2014034552 2014082112 through 2014082861 2014149995 through 2014151266 2014346290 through 2014346803

Hazards

These riding mowers came to consumers with the side discharge chute not fully secured to the mower. Bolts can be forcefully discharged from mower if not properly tightened, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

The firm received one report of a bolt that discharged forcefully, breaking a window.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled riding mowers and contact Sears for a free inspection and repair. Sears is sending consumers letters with information on scheduling an inspection and repair.

Products

NameModelUnits
Craftsman riding mowersAbout 500

Parties

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC
Made in
United States
Sold at
Sears between February 2010, May 2010 for about $1, 400.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Transform for Craftsman branded products at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday

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Source: CPSC recall 11704. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.