Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard

Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower

Date of Recall

2011-04-26

CPSC Release Number

11-207

Manufactured In

Mower in Mexico; Snowblower in the United States

Company Phone Number

(877) 738-4440

Units

10000

Manufacturer

The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.

Sold By

Toro Dealers in the United States and Canada from September 2009-March 2011.

Problem/Hazard

The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

There have been about 500 reports of carburetor leaks. There were no reports of fire or injury.

Description

	Toro PC-421Q Snowblowers:		The model/serial numbers are found on a decal on the underside of the rear of the unit. Model and serial numbers are:
		Model Number	Serial Number
		38588	310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311003576
		38589	310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311999999
	Toro 20" Recycler Mower:		The model and serial numbers are found on a decal on the left rear of the mower.

PC-421 Snowblower
20" Recycler Model 20323 Mower	Model and Serial Number Location

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, including the name of a dealer near you, contact Toro toll free at 877-738-4440 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, or visit Toro's website: www.toro.com

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