Recall #11-704 · Published October 15, 2010

Craftsman riding mowers

Briggs & Stratton Recalls Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard from Projectiles; Sold Exclusively at Sears

CPSC published a recall notice for Craftsman riding mowers from Craftsman riding on October 15, 2010. CPSC identifies this hazard: These riding mowers came to consumers with the side discharge chute not fully secured to the mower. Bolts can be forcefully discharged from mower if not properly tightened, posing an injury hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled riding mowers and contact Sears for a free inspection and repair. Sears is sending consumers letters with information on scheduling an inspection and repair.

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UPC or product codes

059307034508
Additional identifying details

This recall involves Craftman riding mower with model number 107.28034 and serial numbers listed below.

Why it was recalled

These riding mowers came to consumers with the side discharge chute not fully secured to the mower. Bolts can be forcefully discharged from mower if not properly tightened, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

The firm received one report of a bolt that discharged forcefully, breaking a window.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled riding mowers and contact Sears for a free inspection and repair. Sears is sending consumers letters with information on scheduling an inspection and repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC, of Milwaukee, Wis.
Recall number
11-704
Units
About 500
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Sears stores nationwide between February 2010 and May 2010 for about $1,400.

Craftsman riding mowers

CPSC product type: Riding Lawn Mowers

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Transform for Craftsman branded products at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday

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