Briggs & Stratton OHV Snow Thrower Engines
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 480,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis.
- Reason for Recall:
- When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- 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.
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Product Information
Full 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.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 480,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 07558
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