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Black & Decker and Craftsman Brand Cordless Electric Lawnmowers

Published August 16, 2006

Summary

CPSC records recall 06232, published August 16, 2006. Recalling firm: Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.; Reported units: About 160,000 mowers (140,000 of these Black & Decker and Craftsman brand lawnmowers were recalled in September 2002, but also are included in this recall).

What's the hazard

An electrical component in the lawnmowers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What to do

All consumers should stop using the lawnmowers immediately and call for information on receiving a free inspection and repair if necessary. Consumers who had their mowers repaired as a result of the previous recall should have their mowers again inspected and repaired, if necessary, as part of this recall.

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Recall details

Brand
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Manufacturer
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Distributor
Home center, hardware and discount stores, and authorized Black & Decker dealers nationwide from February 1996 through December 2005 for between $360 and $450. Craftsman-brand mowers were sold at Sears and Orchard Supply Hardware stores nationwide from January 1998 through December 2000 for between $360 and $400.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Black & Decker and Craftsman Brand Cordless Electric Lawnmowers recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 06232 on August 16, 2006. Reported hazard: An electrical component in the lawnmowers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

All consumers should stop using the lawnmowers immediately and call for information on receiving a free inspection and repair if necessary. Consumers who had their mowers repaired as a result of the previous recall should have their mowers again inspected and repaired, if necessary, as part of this recall.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)