Blount International Recalls Replacement Blades Used with Ariens Lawnmowers Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 12094 · announced January 25, 2012 · Blount · 950 units affected
The product
This recall involves Blount lawnmower replacement blades for Ariens 48-inch lawnmowers. The replacement blades are sold under the Oregon® brand name. "Oregon®," part number "91-003" and "PA" or "PJ" are printed on the surface of the recalled blades.
The hazard
The replacement lawnmower blades can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user and bystanders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using lawnmowers with the recalled blades and return the blades to the store where purchased or directly to Blount for a free replacement. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Blount has received seven reports of replacement blades breaking during use. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Independent lawn and garden sales and service stores nationwide from January 2010 through September 2011 for about $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact (866) 685-5449 between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.blount.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.