CPSC recall 10-356, announced September 29, 2010, covers Black & Decker and Craftsman brand cordless electric lawnmowers (about 160,000 units). The lawnmower's motor and blade can unexpectedly turn on after the mower's safety key is removed, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. The notice cites 34 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled lawnmowers immediately and call Black & Decker or Sears for a free inspection and repair, or a credit towards a new cordless lawnmower. Recall contact: call (866) 229-5570 or (800) 659-7026, or go to www.blackanddecker.com.
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.
The recalled Black & Decker mowers have model number CMM1000 or CMM1000R.
Which products are included?
The recalled cordless electric mowers were sold under both the Black & Decker and Craftsman brand names. The recalled Black & Decker mowers have model number CMM1000 or CMM1000R. All date codes and types are included. The date code and type information are both located on a silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. The Black & Decker mowers have either an orange or green deck with a black motor cover. The Craftsman-brand mowers have model number 900.370520 and include all date codes and types. The model number is located on the silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. The Craftsman-brand mowers have a dark green deck with a black motor cover.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The lawnmower's motor and blade can unexpectedly turn on after the mower's safety key is removed, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. Removing the safety key is designed to keep this from occurring.
Incidents and injuries
Black & Decker has received 34 reports of the motor operating after removal of the safety key, including two incidents that resulted in finger lacerations, one requiring stitches.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled lawnmowers immediately and call Black & Decker or Sears for a free inspection and repair, or a credit towards a new cordless lawnmower. Consumers who had their mowers repaired as a result of the previous recalls should also have their mowers inspected and repaired as part of this recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Black & Decker
- Manufacturer
- Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 10-356
- Units
- About 160,000 (these lawnmowers were previously recalled in September 2002 for a fire hazard, and that recall was expanded in August 2006)
- Manufactured in
- United States, Canada, Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- Home center, hardware and discount stores and authorized Black & Decker dealers nationwide from September 1995 through December 2006 for about $450. Craftsman-brand mowers were sold at Sears and Orchard Supply Hardware stores nationwide from January 1998 through December 2000 for about $450.
Black & Decker and Craftsman brand cordless electric lawnmowers
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, consumers with Black & Decker mowers should contact Black & Decker toll-free at (866) 229-5570 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.blackanddecker.com. Consumers with Craftsman-brand mowers should call a toll-free number at (800) 659-7026 between hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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