Recall 02-549, published July 8, 2002
Snapper lawn mowers
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
216751BVThe model number can be found on a white label attached to the top of the lawn mower.
Which products are included?
Snapper lawn mowers with model numbers 216751BV, P2167517BV and FRP 216751BV are part of this recall. The model number can be found on a white label attached to the top of the lawn mower.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The walk-behind lawn mowers' side discharge deflector, which is sold as an accessory for these models, is defective. The material used to manufacture the side discharge deflector is not strong enough to prevent projectiles from flying out from under the mower deck, exposing consumers and by-standers to possible injuries from flying debris.
Official remedy
Consumers who have removed the bag and attached the side discharge deflector should stop using these walk-behind lawn mowers with the deflector and return them to their Snapper dealer immediately, for a free replacement.
- Brand
- Snapper lawn
- Recall published
- July 8, 2002
- Category
- Power Tools
- Units
- About 2,200
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Snapper dealers sold these mowers nationwide, from March 2002 through April 2, 2002, for about $400.
