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Snow Blowers Recalled by The Toro Company Due to Fire Hazard

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Category
Units Affected
35,700
Recall Date
July 14, 2010
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Fire Or Burn
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-292.

This recall involves Toro® Power Clear 180 Single Stage snow blowers. The recalled snow blowers have model numbers 38272 and 38282. Serial numbers included in the recall range from 310000001 through 310999999. The model and serial number can be found on a decal on the lower right side of the snow blower.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-292.

Consumers should immediately check to see if their snow blowers are included in this recall and contact an authorized Toro service dealer to arrange a free repair. To obtain the location of the nearest dealer, consumers should contact Toro.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Toro Dealers And The Home Depot Stores Nationwide From November 2009 Through May 2010 For Between $400 And $440. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-292.

For additional information, contact Toro toll-free at (877) 738-4440 between 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.toro.com

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Toro Dealers And The Home Depot Stores Nationwide From November 2009 Through May 2010 For Between $400 And $440. Recall FAQ

Toro Dealers And The Home Depot Stores Nationwide From November 2009 Through May 2010 For Between $400 And $440. is the subject of a kitchenware recall: Snow Blowers Recalled by The Toro Company Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on July 14, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 35,700 units are potentially affected.