CPSC2021-02-17
Toro Recalls Power Max Snowthrowers Due to Amputation Hazard
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Hazard
The auger can fail to disengage when the control lever is released, posing an amputation hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Toro Power Max Snowthrower and contact a Toro authorized dealer for a free repair.
Sold at
The Home Depot, Ace Hardware, and Toro Authorized Dealers nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com, www.acehardware.com, and www.toro.com from November 2020 through January 2021 for about $1,200.
Affected count
About 6,700
Injuries reported
The firm has received five reports of incidents related to auger failing to disengage when the control lever is released. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Mexico
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Toro Power Max Snowthrowers
Consumer contact
Toro toll-free at 833-254-8856 to access the 24-hour Toro Dealer locator system, or online at www.Toro.com/locator to locate a Toro authorized service dealer near you.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Toro-Recalls-Power-Max-Snowthrowers-Due-to-Amputation-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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