MTD Snow Throwers Recalled - Plastic Wheel Rims Can Burst and Injure Users
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-10-05 · 07003
Hazards
If the snow thrower's tires are over-inflated, the plastic wheel rims can burst, posing a risk of lacerations and fractures.
Recall
Number
07003
Date
2006-10-05
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Two-Stage Compact Snow Throwers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
MTD Products Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio
Retailer(s)
The Troy-Bilt and Yard Machines snow throwers were sold at independent dealers, home improvement and hardware stores. The Craftsman brand snow throwers were sold at Sears and Kmart stores.
Country of manufacture
Canada
Description
The recalled two-stage compact snow thrower is used for snow removal. The snow thrower has two wheels and comes in red, green, gray or black. Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines or Craftsman is printed on the snow thrower's housing. The model number is located on the snow thrower's rear frame. The model numbers included in this recall are listed below. Brand Model Snow Thrower Troy-Bilt 31AS3BB2766 5.5 HP 24-inch Two-Stage Yard Machines 31A-3AAD700 5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31A-3BAD700 5.5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31A-3BAD729 5.5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31A-3BAD752 5.5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31A-3BAD762 5.5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage 31AS3DDE729 7 HP 24-inch Two-Stage Craftsman 247.88255 5.5 HP 24-inch Two-Stage 247.88700 5 HP 22-inch Two-Stage