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Recalled Two-Stage Compact Snow Thrower
If the snow thrower's tires are over-inflated, the plastic wheel rims can burst, posing a risk of lacerations and fractures.
About 130,000
For more information, contact MTD toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
Recall Details
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MTD Products Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 130,000 Two-Stage Compact Snow Throwers. If the snow thrower's tires are over-inflated, the plastic wheel rims can burst, posing a risk of lacerations and fractures.
Name of Products: Two-Stage Compact Snow Throwers
Units: About 130,000
Manufacturer: MTD Products Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio
Hazard: If the snow thrower's tires are over-inflated, the plastic wheel rims can burst, posing a risk of lacerations and fractures.
Incidents/Injuries: MTD has received reports of 16 injuries, including fractured fingers, a broken toe, and facial lacerations.
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 |
Sold at: 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. Affected snow throwers were sold from July 2004 through March 2006 for between $500 and $800.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: Consumers should contact MTD for a free service kit with pressure relief valves, labels and instructions. Consumers with Craftsman brand snow throwers will be mailed a service kit directly by Sears.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact MTD toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
Consumers should contact MTD for a free service kit with pressure relief valves, labels and instructions. Consumers with Craftsman brand snow throwers will be mailed a service kit directly by Sears.
MTD has received reports of 16 injuries, including fractured fingers, a broken toe, and facial lacerations.
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