Product Recall Number: 11-207
Why was Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower recalled?
The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.
Product Recall Number: 11-207
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2011-04-25
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower
Description: Toro PC-421Q Snowblowers: The model/serial numbers are found on a decal on the underside of the rear of the unit. Model and serial numbers are: Model Number Serial Number 38588 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311003576 38589 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311999999 Toro 20" Recycler Mower: The model and serial numbers are found on a decal on the left rear of the mower. Model 20323; Serial number 310000001 to 310999999.
Hazard Description: The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: Snowblowers: About 18,000 in the U.S. and 5,000 in Canada Mowers: About 6,000 in the U.S. and 200 in Canada
Incidents: There have been about 500 reports of carburetor leaks. There were no reports of fire or injury.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.
Sold At: Toro Dealers in the United States and Canada from September 2009-March 2011.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: Mower in Mexico; Snowblower in the United States
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed