The Toro Company Reannounces Recall of Electric Blowers Due to Projectile Hazards
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5020.
The recall involves Toro Power Sweep electric blower model 51586 that was manufactured between 2000 and 2002. The recalled units have serial numbers that range between 000055100 and 220255609. There are two decals on the main housing of the blower. One decal reads, "TORO Power Sweep" and the decal on the opposite side of the blower contains the model number and serial number (shown by the letter "A" in the picture). The recalled units can be identified by a black impeller fan, which can be seen through the air inlet screen on the bottom of the unit.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5020.
Consumers should stop using the recalled blowers immediately and contact Toro to receive a replacement blower.
✅ 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 Toro Dealers And Various Mass Retailers Nationwide Including The Home Depot, Lowes, Target And K-mart Stores From January 2000 Through Late December 2002 For About $32. 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-5020.
For more information, contact Toro at (888) 279-3191 between 7:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday. Consumers can also visit the Toro web site at www.toro.com. The Toro Company has notified registered owners directly.
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Toro Dealers And Various Mass Retailers Nationwide Including The Home Depot, Lowes, Target And K-mart Stores From January 2000 Through Late December 2002 For About $32. Recall FAQ
Toro Dealers And Various Mass Retailers Nationwide Including The Home Depot, Lowes, Target And K-mart Stores From January 2000 Through Late December 2002 For About $32. is the subject of a kitchenware recall: The Toro Company Reannounces Recall of Electric Blowers Due to Projectile Hazards. The notice was published on December 11, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 900,000 units are potentially affected.