CPSCGeneral Alert
Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Haz...
Published: April 26, 2011Recall ID: 11207Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Toro-Recalls-Power-Clear-Snowblowers-and-Recycler-Mowers |
| Title | Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/11207a.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | PC-421 Snowblower |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/11207b.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Model and Serial Number Location |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/11207c.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | 20" Recycler Model 20323 Mower |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/11207d.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Model and Serial Number Location |
| Hazards › Name | The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | There have been about 500 reports of carburetor leaks. There were no reports of fire or injury. |
| Products › Name | Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower |
| Products › Type | Snow Throwers or Blowers |
| Products › Category I D | 68431 |
| Products › Number Of Units | Snowblowers: About 18,000 in the U.S. and 5,000 in Canada Mowers: About 6,000 in the U.S. and 200 in Canada |
| Recall I D | 663 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair. |
| Retailers › Name | Toro Dealers in the United States and Canada from September 2009-March 2011. |
| Recall Date | 2011-04-26T00:00:00 |
| Description | 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. |
| Recall Number | 11207 |
| Manufacturers › Name | The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2011/11792r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, including the name of a dealer near you, contact Toro toll free at 877-738-4440 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, or visit Toro's website:www.toro.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2016-06-07T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › 1 › Country | Mexico |
| Manufacturer Countries › 2 › Country | United States |