Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard
Recall 11207 · Apr 26, 2011 · Toro
18,000
units affected
18,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 11207
- Date
- Apr 26, 2011
- Company
- Toro
- Units affected
- 18,000
- Product
- Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower
- Product type
- Snow Throwers or Blowers
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
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.
What can happen
The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- There have been about 500 reports of carburetor leaks. There were no reports of fire or injury.
- Sold at
- Toro Dealers in the United States and Canada from September 2009-March 2011.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled toro power clear snowblower and the toro 20" recycler mower?
Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.