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CPSC, Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Announce Recall to Repair Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers

Reported: January 23, 2002 Initiated: January 23, 2002 #02088

Product Description

The recalled cordless electric lawn mowers have an orange deck and a charcoal black motor cover. The reconditioned lawn mowers have the model number CMM1000R and date codes between 0043 M.N.D.C. and 0121 M.N.D.C., both of which are located on a silver and black label on the rear door of the mower. The lawn mower has the words "Black & Decker" and "Cordless" on top of the motor cover. Lawn mowers sold at locations other than Black & Decker factory stores are not included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

The clips holding the control cable to the handle may be missing, which could cause the blade control device to fail and keep the mower blade running, when it should stop. If the blade control device fails, consumers could suffer serious injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lawn mowers immediately and take them to a Black & Decker service center for a free repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled cordless electric lawn mowers have an orange deck and a charcoal black motor cover. The reconditioned lawn mowers have the model number CMM1000R and date codes between 0043 M.N.D.C. and 0121 M.N.D.C., both of which are located on a silver and black label on the rear door of the mower. The lawn mower has the words "Black & Decker" and "Cordless" on top of the motor cover. Lawn mowers sold at locations other than Black & Decker factory stores are not included in this recall.. Recalled by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.. Units affected: 1,300.
Why was this product recalled?
The clips holding the control cable to the handle may be missing, which could cause the blade control device to fail and keep the mower blade running, when it should stop. If the blade control device fails, consumers could suffer serious injuries.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these lawn mowers immediately and take them to a Black & Decker service center for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 23, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02088.