All Power America Recalls Snow Throwers Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves All Power brand single stage snow throwers. The snow throwers are black and yellow and have a red cap on the gas tank. They have a 20-inch wide snow clearing width and an 87cc, 4-cycle engine. The model number of the recalled snow throwers is SB044P which is printed on a yellow and black sticker located on the top of the unit with the phrase "20 Inch Clearing Width.". Recalled by Suzhou Murray Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Jiangsu, China. Units affected: About 10,000.

Exposure to Chinese gasoline for extended periods of time while testing the product overseas caused the carburetor needle to become corroded and allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumers should immediately stop using their snow thrower and contact All-Power to obtain a free repair.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 2, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14222.