CPSC recall 08-611, announced September 26, 2008, covers Shivvers Manufacturing Jack Lift Tools and Kits (about 450 units). The jack lifts can have threads stripping or the nuts breaking, resulting in the shaft slipping and the mower falling from its stand-up position. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jacks and contact their local service dealer to have their jacks replaced at no charge. Recall contact: call (800) 344-8237, or go to www.countryclipper.com.
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Which products are included?
The recalled jacks are used for lifting the lawn mower during service or maintenance. Two versions of this jack model have been manufactured. Version number one was made with a nylon nut and version number two was made with a sintered bronze nut. These recalled jacks were sold separately and on Charger, JAZee and Boss riding lawn mowers.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The jack lifts can have threads stripping or the nuts breaking, resulting in the shaft slipping and the mower falling from its stand-up position. This could cause serious personal injury to the consumer or property damage.
Incidents and injuries
Shivvers has received five reports of jack lift failures and 37 warranty claims for replacement parts.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jacks and contact their local service dealer to have their jacks replaced at no charge.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 08-611
- Units
- About 450
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Country Clippers dealers nationwide from May 2007 through June 2008 for about $150 for the jack and about $225 for the jack kits.
- Distributor
- Country Clipper, a division of Shivvers Manufacturing Inc. of Corydon, Iowa
Jack Lift Tools and Kits
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact your local dealer or Country Clipper at (800) 344-8237 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.countryclipper.com
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