Briggs & Stratton Snow Thrower Engines Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-06-18 · 07558
Hazards
When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Recall
Number
07558
Date
2007-06-18
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Briggs & Stratton OHV Snow Thrower Engines
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis.
Retailer(s)
Various snow thrower dealers nationwide from June 2000 through February 2007 for between $630 and $2,350 for the snow thrower.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The recall includes snow equipment with Briggs & Stratton OHV engines that have model numbers beginning with 12, 15, 20, or 21, and a date of manufacture (DOM) code between 000601xx and 070301xx. The engines were installed on the following brand snow throwers: Ariens, Canadiana, Craftsman, Frontier Equipment, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, Simplicity and Snapper. The engine model number and DOM information are located on the cylinder shield or rocker cover. Call for more information about determining if your snow thrower engine is included in the recall.