Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-04-26). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 20323. About 18,000 units in the US and 5,000 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11207 |
| Published | 2011-04-26 |
| Last updated | 2016-06-07 |
| Product category | Snow Throwers or Blowers |
| Products | Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower |
| Firm named in the title | Toro |
| Firms | The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico, United States |
| Units (US) | 18,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 5,000 |
| Model numbers | 20323 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Toro Dealers in the United States and Canada from September 2009-March 2011. |
Description
Toro PC-421Q Snowblowers: The model/serial numbers are found on a decal on the underside of the rear of the unit. Model and serial numbers are: Model Number Serial Number 38588 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311003576 38589 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311999999 Toro 20" Recycler Mower: The model and serial numbers are found on a decal on the left rear of the mower. Model 20323; Serial number 310000001 to 310999999.
Hazard
The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
There have been about 500 reports of carburetor leaks. There were no reports of fire or injury.
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