CPSC, Snapper Announce Recall of Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-08-28). Models: MR216015T. About 20,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01521 |
| Published | 2001-08-28 |
| Last updated | 2026-04-23 |
| Product category | Lawn Mowers & Accessories |
| Products | Snapper walk-behind rotary lawn mowers with model number MR216015T |
| Firm named in the title | Snapper |
| Firms | Snapper Inc., of McDonough, Ga. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 20,000 |
| Model numbers | MR216015T |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | The recalled mowers were sold nationwide through Snapper dealers, between September 1, 1999 and July 1, 2001, for between $300 and $360. |
Description
The recall involves walk-behind rotary lawn mowers with model number MR216015T. All of the recalled units have Tecumseh engines. Serial numbers are located on a silver label on the rear of the deck behind the engine as indicated by an arrow in the image.
Hazard
Lawn mowers that have a serial number beginning with a 0 may exhibit improper blade retention that could injure the operator or a bystander, if the blade separates from the mower's housing. In addition, all Snapper mowers purchased after January 1, 2001, with serial numbers between 11020001 and 11024924, may have crankshafts that also adversely affect blade retention and require modification by a Snapper dealer.
Remedy
Consumers who have not received a notice from Snapper regarding this matter or have not been contacted by their Snapper dealer should stop using the MR216015T immediately and return it to the Snapper dealer where purchased, for an inspection and possible repair.
Incidents and injuries
No reports of blade separation have been received. No injuries have been reported.
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