CPSC2006-08-23
Blount International Inc. Recalls Replacement Blades for Use with Snapper Riding Lawnmowers Due to Laceration Hazard
Blount International Inc., of Kansas City, Mo.
Hazard
When the lawnmower is operated, the replacement blade can crack and pieces can break away, posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers and bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the replacement blades and return them to the store where purchased or any other retailer that carries Oregon® or Silver Streak® replacement parts, for a free replacement.
Sold at
Power or yard equipment dealers and hardware stores nationwide from November 2002 through August 2006 for between $16 and $28.
Affected count
About 94,000
Injuries reported
Blount has received six reports of replacement blades either cracking or breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Oregon® and Silver Streak® Replacement Snapper Lawnmower Blades
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Blount at (866) 685-5449 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Blount's Web sites at www.blount.com or www.Oregonchain.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Blount-International-Inc-Recalls-Replacement-Blades-for-Use-with-Snapper-Riding-Lawnmowers-Due-to-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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