Black & Decker and Craftsman brand cordless electric lawnmowers
Published September 29, 2010
Summary
CPSC records recall 10356, published September 29, 2010. Recalling firm: Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.; Reported units: About 160,000 (these lawnmowers were previously recalled in September 2002 for a fire hazard, and that recall was expanded in August 2006).
What's the hazard
The lawnmower's motor and blade can unexpectedly turn on after the mower's safety key is removed, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. Removing the safety key is designed to keep this from occurring.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled lawnmowers immediately and call Black & Decker or Sears for a free inspection and repair, or a credit towards a new cordless lawnmower. Consumers who had their mowers repaired as a result of the previous recalls should also have their mowers inspected and repaired 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 September 1995 through December 2006 for about $450. Craftsman-brand mowers were sold at Sears and Orchard Supply Hardware stores nationwide from January 1998 through December 2000 for about $450.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Black & Decker and Craftsman brand cordless electric lawnmowers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 10356 on September 29, 2010. Reported hazard: The lawnmower's motor and blade can unexpectedly turn on after the mower's safety key is removed, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. Removing the safety key is designed to keep this from occurring.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the recalled lawnmowers immediately and call Black & Decker or Sears for a free inspection and repair, or a credit towards a new cordless lawnmower. Consumers who had their mowers repaired as a result of the previous recalls should also have their mowers inspected and repaired 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..