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Product Recall Number: 15-707

Why was Brigg & Stratton Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mower recalled?

Weld on drive axle can fail resulting in loss of brake control, posing an injury hazard.

Brigg & Stratton Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mower
Here's product recall specific data for Brigg & Stratton Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mower.

  • Product Recall Number: 15-707

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2014-10-16

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Brigg & Stratton Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mower

  • Description: Weld on the drive axle can fail resulting in loss of brake control, posing an injury hazard.

  • Hazard Description: Weld on drive axle can fail resulting in loss of brake control, posing an injury hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Repair

  • Units: About 8,500

  • Incidents: Briggs & Stratton has received two reports of brake failure, related to failed weld. No injuries have been reported.

  • Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an authorized Snapper service dealer for a free repair.

  • Sold At: Family Farm stores, Power Equipment Direct and Briggs & Stratton Snapper dealers nationwide from April 2013 through May 2014 for between $1,300 and $2,000.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: United States

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed