Tecumseh Engines used in various Two-Stage Snow Throwers, Ice Augers, Generators, Lawn Mowers, Weed Trimmers, Log Splitters and Fun-Karts
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Tecumseh engines used on various power equipment including snow throwers, log splitters, ice augers, post hole diggers, generators, lawn equipment, and string trimmers are being recalled because the fuel line can become loose or disconnected, causing a fuel leak that poses a fire hazard. The recalled engines have a date of manufacture code starting with 05241 to 05286, which can be found on a label on the side of the engine housing along with the model and specification numbers.
According to the recall notice, consumers should stop using their equipment until they receive a free inspection and possible repair if necessary. The record also advises never storing an engine with fuel in the tank in a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water heaters, space heaters, clothes dryers, or electric motors. The source does not specify how consumers should arrange for the free inspection and repair.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The fuel line on these engines can become loose or disconnected, resulting in a fuel leak. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using their equipment until they receive a free inspection and possible repair if necessary. Note: Never store engine with fuel in tank in a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryer, electric motors, etc.
The recall includes power equipment with Tecumseh engines listed below. The engine model number and date of manufacture (DOM) information is located on a label on the side of the housing. The recalled engines have a date of manufacture code (DOM) that starts with 05241 to 05286. The label on the engine reads, "Tecumseh Power Company," and in addition to the Model and DOM information, lists the Spec number needed for identification. Power Equipment Brand Names Two-Stage Snow Throwers Ariens, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Huskee, Husqvarna, MTD Gold Series, Murray, Toro, Poulan Pro,Troy-Bilt, White Outdoor, Yard Machines, Yard Man Log Splitters Yard Machines Ice Augers and Post Hole Diggers Jiffy, Eskimo, Earthquake, Hoffco, MEPCO Fun-Karts Carter Brothers, Ken Bar Generators Coleman Powermate, NorthStar Lawn Vac/Chipper Agri-Fab, Craftsman Lawn Mower Toro String Trimmers Ariens
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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