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CPSC, Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Announce Recall to Repair Cordless Electric La...

Published: January 23, 2002Recall ID: 02088Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The clips holding the control cable to the handle may be missing, which could cause the blade control device to fail and keep the mower blade running, when it should stop. If the blade control device fails, consumers could suffer serious injuries.

Product Description & Identification

The recalled cordless electric lawn mowers have an orange deck and a charcoal black motor cover. The reconditioned lawn mowers have the model number CMM1000R and date codes between 0043 M.N.D.C. and 0121 M.N.D.C., both of which are located on a silver and black label on the rear door of the mower. The lawn mower has the words "Black & Decker" and "Cordless" on top of the motor cover. Lawn mowers sold at locations other than Black & Decker factory stores are not included in this recall.

Affected Products

Black & Decker Cordless Electric Lawn Mower

Additional Source Details

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TitleCPSC, Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Announce Recall to Repair Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers
Hazards › NameThe clips holding the control cable to the handle may be missing, which could cause the blade control device to fail and keep the mower blade running, when it should stop. If the blade control device fails, consumers could suffer serious injuries.
Injuries › NameBlack & Decker has not received any reports of injuries with these lawn mowers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Products › NameBlack & Decker Cordless Electric Lawn Mower
Products › TypeLawn Mowers & Accessories
Products › Category I D2027
Products › Number Of Units1,300
Recall I D2084
Remedies › NameConsumers should stop using these lawn mowers immediately and take them to a Black & Decker service center for a free repair.
Retailers › NameBlack & Decker factory stores nationwide sold these lawn mowers, from December 2000 through May 2001, for between $145 and $290.
Recall Date2002-01-23T00:00:00
DescriptionThe recalled cordless electric lawn mowers have an orange deck and a charcoal black motor cover. The reconditioned lawn mowers have the model number CMM1000R and date codes between 0043 M.N.D.C. and 0121 M.N.D.C., both of which are located on a silver and black label on the rear door of the mower. The lawn mower has the words "Black & Decker" and "Cordless" on top of the motor cover. Lawn mowers sold at locations other than Black & Decker factory stores are not included in this recall.
Distributors › NameBlack & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Recall Number02088
Consumer ContactFor more information or to locate the nearest service center, call Black & Decker toll-free at (866) 229-5570 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.blackanddecker.com
Last Publish Date2025-08-18T00:00:00