CPSC recall · Reported April 24, 2014
Ariens Recalls Snow Throwers and Power Brushes Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards
A drive pulley can crack while in use and cause the auger/impeller or brush to continue to rotate after the clutch lever is disengaged. This poses amputation and laceration hazard…
Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisc. recalled This recall involves Ariens and Sno-Tek brand snow throwers and Ariens and Gravely brand ….
Ariens Recalls Snow Throwers and Power Brushes Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards was recalled by Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisc. in April 24, 2014. Reason: A drive pulley can crack while in use and cause the auger/impeller or brush to continue to rotate after the c…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow throwers and brushes and contac…. Verify recall #14158 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisc. issued this CPSC recall-A drive pulley can crack while in use and cause the auger/impeller or brush to continue to rotate after the c….
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- April 24, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14158 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
This recall involves Ariens and Sno-Tek brand snow throwers and Ariens and Gravely brand power brushes. Ariens Compact and Compack Track Snow-Thro snow throwers included in the recall are orange and 22 to 24 inches wide. Sno-Tek model snow throwers included in the recall are black and 20 to 28 inches wide. Power brushes included in the recall are Ariens and Gravely model PB-28 All Season Brush and Ariens 28-inch brush CE. The Ariens power brush was sold in orange and the Gravely in red. The snow throwers and power brushes have the Ariens, Sno-Tek or Gravely brand name printed on the product. For all recalled units, model and serial numbers are printed on a white label affixed to the lower rear of the product, near the wheel. Model and serial numbers included in the recall are: Ariens Compact and Compact Track Sno-Thro Models Serial Number Range 920013 124912 - 125271 920014 142966 - 143728 920021 003089 - 006233 920022 000531 - 000712 Ariens Sno-Tek Models Serial Number Range 939401 090112 - 090623 920402 143967 - 146057 920403 126501 - 127351 Ariens PB-28 All Season Brush and Ariens 28 CE Brush Models Serial Number Range 921025 040600 - 040660 921313 040163 - 040174 Gravely PB-28 All Season Brush Models Serial Number Range 921026 040061 - 040079 Units with a black check mark on the model/serial number label are not included in the recall.
Reason for recall
A drive pulley can crack while in use and cause the auger/impeller or brush to continue to rotate after the clutch lever is disengaged. This poses amputation and laceration hazards to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow throwers and brushes and contact Ariens Company for a free repair. Consumers should remember to never put their hands into the discharge chute.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14158 |
| Date reported | April 24, 2014 |
| Date initiated | April 24, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisc. |
| Affected scope | About 5,700 |
| 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 recalled snow throwers and brushes and contact Ariens Company for a free repair. Cons…
- Check the recall number (14158) 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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