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CPSC, Snapper, Inc. Recall Lawn Mowers
Recalled July 8, 2002 · CPSC recall 02549 · Snapper
Hazard
The walk-behind lawn mowers' side discharge deflector, which is sold as an accessory for these models, is defective. The material used to manufacture the side discharge deflector is not strong enough to prevent projectiles from flying out from under the mower deck, exposing consumers and by-standers to possible injuries from flying debris.
Remedy
Consumers who have removed the bag and attached the side discharge deflector should stop using these walk-behind lawn mowers with the deflector and return them to their Snapper dealer immediately, for a free replacement.
Units
About 2,200
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
Snapper lawn mowers with model numbers 216751BV, P2167517BV and FRP 216751BV are part of this recall. The model number can be found on a white label attached to the top of the lawn mower.
What to do
Consumers who have removed the bag and attached the side discharge deflector should stop using these walk-behind lawn mowers with the deflector and return them to their Snapper dealer immediately, for a free replacement.
Contact
For more information, contact Snapper, Inc. on (800) 935-2967. Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. or at the 935-2968. Snapper website at www.snapper.com
Product
Snapper lawn mowers
Manufacturer(s)
Snapper, Inc., of McDonough, Ga.
Retailers
Authorized Snapper dealers sold these mowers nationwide, from March 2002 through April 2, 2002, for about $400.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →