Blount International Recalls Replacement Blades Used with Ariens Lawnmowers Due to Laceration Hazard

Oregon® Replacement Lawnmower Blades

Date of Recall

2012-01-25

CPSC Release Number

12-094

Manufactured In

United States

Company Phone Number

(866) 685-5449

Units

About 950

Manufacturer

Blount International Inc., of Kansas City, Mo.

Sold By

Independent lawn and garden sales and service stores nationwide from January 2010 through September 2011 for about $20.

Problem/Hazard

The replacement lawnmower blades can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user and bystanders.

Injuries/Incidents

Blount has received seven reports of replacement blades breaking during use. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Blount lawnmower replacement blades for Ariens 48-inch lawnmowers. The replacement blades are sold under the Oregon® brand name. ?Oregon®,? part number ?91-003? and ?PA? or ?PJ? are printed on the surface of the recalled blades.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using lawnmowers with the recalled blades and return the blades to the store where purchased or directly to Blount for a free replacement.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact (866) 685-5449 between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.blount.com

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