CPSC2007-06-18
Briggs & Stratton Snow Thrower Engines Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis.
Hazard
When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the snow throwers. Call or contact Briggs & Stratton to arrange for the free repair.
Sold at
Various snow thrower dealers nationwide from June 2000 through February 2007 for between $630 and $2,350 for the snow thrower.
Affected count
About 480,000
Injuries reported
Briggs & Stratton has received 48 reports of fire. There have been no reports of injury. The firm has received one report of minor property damage.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Briggs & Stratton OHV Snow Thrower Engines
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Briggs & Stratton toll-free at (866) 478-7855 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Website at www.briggsandstratton.com - Dealers can be found by using the Dealer Locator at the Briggs & Stratton's Web site. Consumers with Craftsman brand snow throwers should call Sears toll-free at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Briggs--Stratton-Snow-Thrower-Engines-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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