Briggs & Stratton Snow Thrower Engines Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 07558 · announced June 18, 2007 · Briggs & Stratton · 480,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the snow throwers. Call or contact Briggs & Stratton to arrange for the free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): 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.
Sold at: Various snow thrower dealers nationwide from June 2000 through February 2007 for between $630 and $2,350 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.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.