CPSC recall · Reported June 18, 2007
Briggs & Stratton Snow Thrower Engines Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis. recalled The recall includes snow equipment with Briggs & Stratton OHV engines that have model num….
Briggs & Stratton Snow Thrower Engines Recalled Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis. in June 18, 2007. Reason: When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn ha…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the snow throwers. Call or contact Briggs & Strat…. Verify recall #07558 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis. issued this CPSC recall-When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn ha….
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- June 18, 2007
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07558 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, 3 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
The recall includes snow equipment with Briggs & Stratton OHV engines that have model numbers beginning with 12, 15, 20, or 21, and a date of manufacture (DOM) code between 000601xx and 070301xx. The engines were installed on the following brand snow throwers: Ariens, Canadiana, Craftsman, Frontier Equipment, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, Simplicity and Snapper. The engine model number and DOM information are located on the cylinder shield or rocker cover. Call for more information about determining if your snow thrower engine is included in the recall.
Reason for recall
When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the snow throwers. Call or contact Briggs & Stratton to arrange for the free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 07558 |
| Date reported | June 18, 2007 |
| Date initiated | June 18, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis. |
| Affected scope | About 480,000 |
| 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 immediately stop using the snow throwers. Call or contact Briggs & Stratton to arrange for the free repair.
- Check the recall number (07558) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- 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.
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