MTD Snow Throwers Recalled - Plastic Wheel Rims Can Burst and Injure Users
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-10-05). Hazards: explosion, laceration. Models: 31AS3BB2766. About 130,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07003 |
| Published | 2006-10-05 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Snow Blowers & Throwers |
| Products | Two-Stage Compact Snow Throwers |
| Firms | MTD Products Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio (manufacturer); The Troy-Bilt and Yard Machines snow throwers were sold at independent dealers, home improvement and hardware stores. The Craftsman brand snow throwers were sold at Sears and Kmart stores. (retailer) |
| Manufactured in | Canada |
| Units (US) | 130,000 |
| Model numbers | 31AS3BB2766 |
| Hazard classes | explosion, laceration |
Description
The recalled two-stage compact snow thrower is used for snow removal. The snow thrower has two wheels and comes in red, green, gray or black. Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines or Craftsman is printed on the snow thrower's housing. The model number is located on the snow thrower's rear frame. The model numbers included in this recall are listed below. Brand Model Snow Thrower Troy-Bilt 31AS3BB2766 5.5 HP 24-inch Two-Stage Yard Machines 31A-3AAD700 5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31A-3BAD700 5.5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31A-3BAD729 5.5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31A-3BAD752 5.5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31A-3BAD762 5.5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31AS3DDE729 7 HP 24-inch Two-Stage Craftsman 247.88255 5.5 HP 24-inch Two-Stage 247.88700 5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage
Hazard
If the snow thrower's tires are over-inflated, the plastic wheel rims can burst, posing a risk of lacerations and fractures.
Remedy
Consumers should contact MTD for a free service kit with pressure relief valves, labels and instructions. Consumers with Craftsman brand snow throwers will be mailed a service kit directly by Sears.
Incidents and injuries
MTD has received reports of 16 injuries, including fractured fingers, a broken toe, and facial lacerations.
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