CPSC2006-10-05
MTD Snow Throwers Recalled - Plastic Wheel Rims Can Burst and Injure Users
MTD Products Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio
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.
Sold at
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.
Affected count
About 130,000
Injuries reported
MTD has received reports of 16 injuries, including fractured fingers, a broken toe, and facial lacerations.
Manufactured in
Canada
Products
Two-Stage Compact Snow Throwers
Consumer contact
For more information, contact MTD toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.mtdproducts.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/MTD-Snow-Throwers-Recalled---Plastic-Wheel-Rims-Can-Burst-and-Injure-UsersDon't want to check this manually?
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