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Recall #02-549 · Published July 8, 2002

Snapper lawn mowers

CPSC, Snapper, Inc. Recall Lawn Mowers

CPSC published a recall notice for Snapper lawn mowers from Snapper lawn on July 8, 2002. CPSC identifies this hazard: 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. The official remedy states: 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.

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Recalled Snapper lawn mower
Recalled Snapper lawn mower
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Affected model numbers

216751BVP2167517BV
Additional identifying details

The model number can be found on a white label attached to the top of the lawn mower.

Why 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.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

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.

Product and sales details

Brand
Snapper lawn
Manufacturer
Snapper, Inc., of McDonough, Ga.
Recall number
02-549
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.

Snapper lawn mowers

CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories

Recall contact information

For more information, contact Snapper, Inc. on (800) 935-2967. Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. or at the 935-2968. Snapper website at www.snapper.com

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