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CPSC recall · Reported August 16, 2006

Black & Decker Expands Recall of Cordless Electric Lawnmowers Due to Fire Hazard

An electrical component in the lawnmowers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
06232
Affected scope
About 160,000 mowers (140,000 of these Black & Decker and Craftsman brand lawnmowers were recalled in September 2002, but also are included in this recall)
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Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. recalled The mowers were sold under both the Black & Decker and Craftsman brand names. The recalle….

Black & Decker Expands Recall of Cordless Electric Lawnmowers Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. in August 16, 2006. Reason: An electrical component in the lawnmowers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: All consumers should stop using the lawnmowers immediately and call for information on re…. Verify recall #06232 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. issued this CPSC recall-An electrical component in the lawnmowers can overheat, posing a fire hazard..

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August 16, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06232 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.

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Product description

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.

Reason for recall

An electrical component in the lawnmowers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

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.

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 06232
Date reported August 16, 2006
Date initiated August 16, 2006
Recalling firm Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Affected scope About 160,000 mowers (140,000 of these Black & Decker and Craftsman brand lawnmowers were recalled in September 2002, but also are included in this recall)
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

All consumers should stop using the lawnmowers immediately and call for information on receiving a free inspection and repair if …

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.. Units affected: About 160,000 mowers (140,000 of these Black & Decker and Craftsman brand lawnmowers were recalled in September 2002, but also are included in this recall).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
An electrical component in the lawnmowers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 16, 2006. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 06232.
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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