Recall #20-021 · Published November 14, 2019

Snapper Rear Engine 33" Riding Mowers

Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Snapper Rear Engine 33" Riding Mowers from Snapper Rear Engine 33" Riding on November 14, 2019. CPSC identifies this hazard: A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated disengagement pedal, posing an injury hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding mowers and contact Briggs & Stratton for a free inspection and repair.

Recalled Snapper rear engine riding mower
Recalled Snapper rear engine riding mower
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What to check on the product label

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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Additional identifying details

Model number 2691526, Briggs & Stratton and 33" are printed on a white label the back of the mower.

Why it was recalled

A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated disengagement pedal, posing an injury hazard.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding mowers and contact Briggs & Stratton for a free inspection and repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis.
Recall number
20-021
Units
About 1,160
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Authorized Snapper dealers nationwide from March 2019 through May 2019 for about $2,650.
Distributor
Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis.

Snapper Rear Engine 33" Riding Mowers

Recall contact information

Briggs & Stratton at 800-227-3798 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or www.briggsandstratton.com and click on “Recalls” under the Support tab for more information.

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