Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard

Recalled November 14, 2019 · CPSC recall 20021 · Briggs & Stratton

Recalled Snapper rear engine riding mower

Location of label with model number on back of mower

Hazard

A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated disengagement pedal, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy

Repair

Units

About 1,160

Incidents / injuries

None reported

Description

This recall involves Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers with rear engines and a 33 inch mower deck. The riding mowers are red and black. Model number 2691526, Briggs & Stratton and 33" are printed on a white label the back of the mower. SNAPPER is printed on the front of the mower.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding mowers and contact Briggs & Stratton for a free inspection and repair.

Contact

Briggs & Stratton at 800-227-3798 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or www.briggsandstratton.com and click on “Recalls” under the Support tab for more information.

Product

Snapper Rear Engine 33" Riding Mowers

Manufacturer(s)

Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis.

Distributed by

Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis.

Retailers

Authorized Snapper dealers nationwide from March 2019 through May 2019 for about $2,650.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →