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Toro Recalls Power Max Snowthrowers Due to Amputation Hazard

Recalled February 17, 2021 · CPSC recall 21080 · Toro

Recalled Model Year 2021 Toro Power Max 826 OHAE Snowthrower, Model 37802
Hazard
The auger can fail to disengage when the control lever is released, posing an amputation hazard.
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 6,700
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received five reports of incidents related to auger failing to disengage when the control lever is released. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Model Year 2021 Toro Power Max 826 OHAE Snowthrowers with Model Number 37802. The model and serial number are located on the back of the snowthrower. Serial numbers included in this recall are listed on Toro's website at https://www.toro.com/en/product-safety-information/product-recall-information.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Toro Power Max Snowthrower and contact a Toro authorized dealer for a free repair.

Contact

Toro toll-free at 833-254-8856 to access the 24-hour Toro Dealer locator system, or online at www.Toro.com/locator to locate a Toro authorized service dealer near you.

Product
Toro Power Max Snowthrowers
Manufacturer(s)
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Retailers
The Home Depot, Ace Hardware, and Toro Authorized Dealers nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com, www.acehardware.com, and www.toro.com from November 2020 through January 2021 for about $1,200.
Made in
Mexico

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