Toro Recalls Power Max Snowthrowers Due to Amputation Hazard

Toro Power Max Snowthrowers

Date of Recall

2021-02-17

CPSC Release Number

21-080

Manufactured In

Juarez, Mexico

Units

About 6,700

Sold By

The Home Depot, Ace Hardware, and Toro Authorized Dealers nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com, www.acehardware.com, and www.toro.com from November 2020 through January 2021 for about $1,200.

Problem/Hazard

The auger can fail to disengage when the control lever is released, posing an amputation hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

The firm has received five reports of incidents related to auger failing to disengage when the control lever is released.  No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Model Year 2021 Toro Power Max 826 OHAE Snowthrowers with Model Number 37802.  The model and serial number are located on the back of the snowthrower.  Serial numbers included in this recall are listed on Toro's website at   https://www.toro.com/en/product-safety-information/product-recall-information.

Remedy

Repair

Consumer Contact

Toro toll-free at 833-254-8856 to access the 24-hour Toro Dealer locator system, or online at www.Toro.com/locator to locate a Toro authorized service dealer near you.

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