Snapper walk-behind rotary lawn mowers with model number MR216015T
Published August 28, 2001
Summary
CPSC records recall 01521, published August 28, 2001. Recalling firm: Snapper Inc., of McDonough, Ga.; Reported units: 20,000.
What's the hazard
Lawn mowers that have a serial number beginning with a 0 may exhibit improper blade retention that could injure the operator or a bystander, if the blade separates from the mower's housing. In addition, all Snapper mowers purchased after January 1, 2001, with serial numbers between 11020001 and 11024924, may have crankshafts that also adversely affect blade retention and require modification by a Snapper dealer.
What to do
Consumers who have not received a notice from Snapper regarding this matter or have not been contacted by their Snapper dealer should stop using the MR216015T immediately and return it to the Snapper dealer where purchased, for an inspection and possible repair.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Snapper Inc., of McDonough, Ga.
- Manufacturer
- Snapper Inc., of McDonough, Ga.
- Distributor
- The recalled mowers were sold nationwide through Snapper dealers, between September 1, 1999 and July 1, 2001, for between $300 and $360.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Snapper walk-behind rotary lawn mowers with model number MR216015T recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 01521 on August 28, 2001. Reported hazard: Lawn mowers that have a serial number beginning with a 0 may exhibit improper blade retention that could injure the operator or a bystander, if the blade separates from the mower's housing. In addition, all Snapper mowers purchased after January 1, 2001, with serial numbers between 11020001 and 11024924, may have crankshafts that also adversely affect blade retention and require modification by a Snapper dealer.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers who have not received a notice from Snapper regarding this matter or have not been contacted by their Snapper dealer should stop using the MR216015T immediately and return it to the Snapper dealer where purchased, for an inspection and possible repair.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Snapper Inc., of McDonough, Ga..