CPSC, The Toro Company Announce Recall of Snowthrowers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-03-27). Hazards: fire. Models: 38600, 38602. About 3,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03102 |
| Published | 2003-03-27 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-27 |
| Product category | Snow Blowers & Throwers |
| Products | 2001 Toro Snow Commander snowthrowers |
| Firm named in the title | The Toro Company |
| Firms | The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 3,400 |
| Model numbers | 38600, 38602 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | The snowthrowers were sold nationwide, October 2000 through March 2003, for between $850 and $950. |
Description
This recall includes 2001 Toro Snow Commander snowthrowers with model number 38600 (serial numbers between 210000001 and 210999999) and model number 38602 (serial numbers between 210000001 and 210999999). The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the axle plate, between the wheels.
Hazard
The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these Toro snowthrowers and contact their local Toro Authorized Service Dealer to find out if the snowthrower is included in the recall. If necessary, the dealer will schedule a time to install a free replacement fuel tank.
Incidents and injuries
Toro has received 29 reports of fuel leaking. No fires or injuries have been reported.
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