Black & Decker Recalls Cordless Electric Lawnmowers Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-09-29 · 10356
Hazards
The lawnmower's motor and blade can unexpectedly turn on after the mower's safety key is removed, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. Removing the safety key is designed to keep this from occurring.
Recall
Number
10356
Date
2010-09-29
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Black & Decker and Craftsman brand cordless electric lawnmowers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Retailer(s)
Home center, hardware and discount stores and authorized Black & Decker dealers nationwide from September 1995 through December 2006 for about $450. Craftsman-brand mowers were sold at Sears and Orchard Supply Hardware stores nationwide from January 1998 through December 2000 for about $450.
Country of manufacture
United States; Canada; Mexico
Description
The recalled cordless electric mowers were sold under both the Black & Decker and Craftsman brand names. The recalled Black & Decker mowers have model number CMM1000 or CMM1000R. All date codes and types are included. The date code and type information are both located on a silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. The Black & Decker mowers have either an orange or green deck with a black motor cover. The Craftsman-brand mowers have model number 900.370520 and include all date codes and types. The model number is located on the silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. The Craftsman-brand mowers have a dark green deck with a black motor cover.