CPSC recall 11-719, announced February 1, 2011, covers Briggs & Stratton Model 40 V-Twin Engine (about 50 units). Wear on misrouted wiring may cause it to disconnect from the shut-off device, allowing the engine to continue running when the key is in the "OFF" position or when the operator gets off the seat while the mower is engaged, posing an injury hazard to consumers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the riding mowers and contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call (866) 927-3349, or go to www.briggsandstratton.com/engines/support/contact.
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
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: BBM4826BS.
Which products are included?
The recalled product is a Briggs & Stratton V-twin engine with the date code 100201Y. The engines can be found in the following lawn mowers: Craftsman, model 247:289810; Husqvarna, model 960460016; and Bad Boy, model BBM4826BS. The engine date code is bottom-most number located on the valve cover of the engine. The valve cover is located at the front of the engine near the oil dipstick.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Wear on misrouted wiring may cause it to disconnect from the shut-off device, allowing the engine to continue running when the key is in the "OFF" position or when the operator gets off the seat while the mower is engaged, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the riding mowers and contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for free inspection and repair. Consumers with affected Craftsman and Husqvarna models were notified by letter from Sears and Briggs & Stratton. Tractor Supply Company has not notified the purchasers of the affected Bad Boy models.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Briggs & Stratton Corporation, Milwaukee, Wis.
- Manufacturer
- Briggs & Stratton Corporation, Milwaukee, Wis.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 11-719
- Units
- About 50
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Sears, under the Craftsman brand; The Home Depot, under the Husqvarna brand; and Tractor Supply Company, under the Bad Boy brand. The mowers were sold in February 2010 and March 2010 for between $1,500 and $3,500.
Briggs & Stratton Model 40 V-Twin Engine
CPSC product type: Internal Combustion Engines (Nonvehicular)
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Briggs & Stratton Corporation at (866) 927-3349 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.briggsandstratton.com/engines/support/contact
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