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Briggs & Stratton Snow Thrower Engines Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsJun 18, 2007
Snow Thrower using recalled engine
Snow Thrower using recalled engine
Locations of engine numbers
Locations of engine numbers
A - Cylinder Shield, B - Rocker Cover
A - Cylinder Shield, B - Rocker Cover

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

Incidents & injuries

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.

Product description

The recall includes snow equipment with Briggs & Stratton OHV engines that have model numbers beginning with 12, 15, 20, or 21, and a date of manufacture (DOM) code between 000601xx and 070301xx. The engines were installed on the following brand snow throwers: Ariens, Canadiana, Craftsman, Frontier Equipment, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, Simplicity and Snapper. The engine model number and DOM information are located on the cylinder shield or rocker cover. Call for more information about determining if your snow thrower engine is included in the recall.

Sold on

Various snow thrower dealers nationwide from June 2000 through February 2007 for between $630 and $2,350 for the snow thrower.

Contact the company

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.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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