CPSC recall · Reported April 26, 2011
Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard
The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. recalled Toro PC-421Q Snowblowers: The model/serial numbers are found on a decal on the underside ….
Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard was recalled by The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. in April 26, 2011. Reason: The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer fo…. Verify recall #11207 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing….
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- agency class
- April 26, 2011
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11207 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
Toro PC-421Q Snowblowers: The model/serial numbers are found on a decal on the underside of the rear of the unit. Model and serial numbers are: Model Number Serial Number 38588 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311003576 38589 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311999999 Toro 20" Recycler Mower: The model and serial numbers are found on a decal on the left rear of the mower. Model 20323; Serial number 310000001 to 310999999.
Reason for recall
The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11207 |
| Date reported | April 26, 2011 |
| Date initiated | April 26, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. |
| Affected scope | Snowblowers: About 18,000 in the U.S. and 5,000 in Canada Mowers: About 6,000 in the U.S. and 200 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 immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.
- Check the recall number (11207) 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
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