CPSC recall · Reported November 14, 2019
Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard
A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated disengagement pedal, posing an injury hazard.
Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis. recalled This recall involves Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers with rear engines and a 33 inch mo….
Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard was recalled by Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis. in November 14, 2019. Reason: A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding mowers and contact Briggs & S…. Verify recall #20021 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis. issued this CPSC recall-A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated ….
- None
- agency class
- November 14, 2019
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #20021 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
This recall involves Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers with rear engines and a 33 inch mower deck. The riding mowers are red and black. Model number 2691526, Briggs & Stratton and 33" are printed on a white label the back of the mower. SNAPPER is printed on the front of the mower.
Reason for recall
A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated disengagement pedal, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding mowers and contact Briggs & Stratton for a free inspection and repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 20021 |
| Date reported | November 14, 2019 |
| Date initiated | November 14, 2019 |
| Recalling firm | Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis. |
| Affected scope | About 1,160 |
| 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 riding mowers and contact Briggs & Stratton for a free inspection and repair.
- Check the recall number (20021) 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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