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CPSC recall · Reported August 3, 2006

The Toro Company Expands Recall of Snowthrowers Posing Fire Hazard

The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury.

Recall #
06224
Affected scope
About 84,000
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The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. recalled This recall now involves 2001 and 2002 Toro Snow Commander and CCR model snowthrowers lis….

The Toro Company Expands Recall of Snowthrowers Posing Fire Hazard was recalled by The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. in August 3, 2006. Reason: The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury.. Remedy: Consumers should contact their local Toro Authorized Service Dealer to find out if their …. Verify recall #06224 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06224 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

This recall now involves 2001 and 2002 Toro Snow Commander and CCR model snowthrowers listed below. The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the axle plate between the wheels. SNOW COMMANDER UNITS: Model Serial Range Snowthrower Year Retail Price 38600 220000001 to 220004072 24-inch Single Stage 2002 $860 38602 220000001 to 220005931 24-inch Electric Start 2002 $960 CCR UNITS: Model Serial Range Snowthrower Year Retail Price 38413 210010001 to 210020990 20-inch Single Stage 2001 $590 38419 210010001 to 210014725 20-inch Electric Start 2001 $690 38440 210010001 to 210015656 20-inch Single Stage 2001 $660 38445 210012082 to 210021964 20-inch Electric Start 2001 $760 38515 220000001 to 220013743 20-inch Single Stage 2002 $590 38516 220000001 to 220008930 20-inch Electric Start 2002 $690 38517 220000001 to 220010910 20-inch Single Stage 2002 $660 38518 220000210 to 220015932 20-inch Electric Start 2002 $760

Reason for recall

The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should contact their local Toro Authorized Service Dealer to find out if their snowthrower is included in the recall. If necessary, the dealer will schedule a time and install a free replacement fuel tank.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 06224
Date reported August 3, 2006
Date initiated August 3, 2006
Recalling firm The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Affected scope About 84,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should contact their local Toro Authorized Service Dealer to find out if their snowthrower is included in the recall. I…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall now involves 2001 and 2002 Toro Snow Commander and CCR model snowthrowers listed below. The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the axle plate between the wheels. SNOW COMMANDER UNITS: Model Serial Range Snowthrower Year Retail Price 38600 220000001 to 220004072 24-inch Single Stage 2002 $860 38602 220000001 to 220005931 24-inch Electric Start 2002 $960 CCR UNITS: Model Serial Range Snowthrower Year Retail Price 38413 210010001 to 210020990 20-inch Single Stage 2001 $590 38419 210010001 to 210014725 20-inch Electric Start 2001 $690 38440 210010001 to 210015656 20-inch Single Stage 2001 $660 38445 210012082 to 210021964 20-inch Electric Start 2001 $760 38515 220000001 to 220013743 20-inch Single Stage 2002 $590 38516 220000001 to 220008930 20-inch Electric Start 2002 $690 38517 220000001 to 220010910 20-inch Single Stage 2002 $660 38518 220000210 to 220015932 20-inch Electric Start 2002 $760. Recalled by The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.. Units affected: About 84,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should contact their local Toro Authorized Service Dealer to find out if their snowthrower is included in the recall. If necessary, the dealer will schedule a time and install a free replacement fuel tank.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 3, 2006. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 06224.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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