Black & Decker Expands Recall of Cordless Electric Lawnmowers 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.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3333.
The mowers were sold under both the Black & Decker and Craftsman brand names. The recalled Black & Decker mowers have the model CMM1000 or CMM1000R and are labeled as Type 1 through Type 4, both of which are located on the silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. Mowers labeled as Type 5 are not included in this recall. The Black & Decker mowers have either an orange or green deck with a black motor cover. The Craftsman brand mowers have model number 900.370520 and include all date codes and types. The model number is located on the silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. The Craftsman mowers have a dark green deck with a black motor cover.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3333.
All consumers should stop using the lawnmowers immediately and call for information on receiving a free inspection and repair if necessary. Consumers who had their mowers repaired as a result of the previous recall should have their mowers again inspected and repaired, if necessary, as part of this recall.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Home Center, Hardware And Discount Stores, And Authorized Black & Decker Dealers Nationwide From February 1996 Through December 2005 For Between $360 And $450. Craftsman-brand Mowers Were Sold At Sears And Orchard Supply Hardware Stores Nationwide From January 1998 Through December 2000 For Between $360 And $400. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- 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-3333.
For additional information, consumers with Black & Decker mowers should contact Black & Decker toll-free at (866) 229-5570 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.blackanddecker.com Consumers with Craftsman brand lawnmowers should call (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
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Home Center, Hardware And Discount Stores, And Authorized Black & Decker Dealers Nationwide From February 1996 Through December 2005 For Between $360 And $450. Craftsman-brand Mowers Were Sold At Sears And Orchard Supply Hardware Stores Nationwide From January 1998 Through December 2000 For Between $360 And $400. Recall FAQ
Home Center, Hardware And Discount Stores, And Authorized Black & Decker Dealers Nationwide From February 1996 Through December 2005 For Between $360 And $450. Craftsman-brand Mowers Were Sold At Sears And Orchard Supply Hardware Stores Nationwide From January 1998 Through December 2000 For Between $360 And $400. is the subject of an outdoor & garden recall: Black & Decker Expands Recall of Cordless Electric Lawnmowers Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on August 16, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 160,000 units are potentially affected.