CPSC recall · Reported February 17, 2011
Sno-Tek Snow Blowers Recalled by Liquid Combustion Technology Due to Laceration Hazard
The snow blower's engine is missing a safety shield above the side mounted electric starter, posing a laceration hazard to consumer's fingers.
Ariens, of Brillion, Wis. recalled The recalled snow blowers have a LCT StormForce engine with "Sno-Tek" printed across a me….
Sno-Tek Snow Blowers Recalled by Liquid Combustion Technology Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by Ariens, of Brillion, Wis. in February 17, 2011. Reason: The snow blower's engine is missing a safety shield above the side mounted electric starter, posing a lacerat…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these snow blowers and contact LCT for a free repair kit and …. Verify recall #11137 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ariens, of Brillion, Wis. issued this CPSC recall-The snow blower's engine is missing a safety shield above the side mounted electric starter, posing a lacerat….
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- February 17, 2011
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11137 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 recalled snow blowers have a LCT StormForce engine with "Sno-Tek" printed across a metal handlebar plate. Snow blowers with model numbers 920402 and 920403 and UPC codes 5105803094 and 5105803095 are included in this recall. Only snow blowers with engine model number PW1HK18650781DE-ABGOQUVE1M with serial numbers ranging from 1065H04008325A through 1065H04012104A are affected by this recall. The product model number and UPC codes are printed on a label attached to the outside of the gear box near the left wheel.
Reason for recall
The snow blower's engine is missing a safety shield above the side mounted electric starter, posing a laceration hazard to consumer's fingers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these snow blowers and contact LCT for a free repair kit and installation instructions or return them to an authorized LCT service center location for a free repair. LCT's Service Network toll free number is (800) 558-5402
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11137 |
| Date reported | February 17, 2011 |
| Date initiated | February 17, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Ariens, of Brillion, Wis. |
| Affected scope | About 1,500 in the U.S. and 300 in Canada |
| 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 stop using these snow blowers and contact LCT for a free repair kit and installation instructions or return them…
- Check the recall number (11137) 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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