Briggs & Stratton OHV Snow Thrower Engines
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Briggs & Stratton is recalling snow thrower engines due to a fire hazard. When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, creating fire and burn hazards. The recall affects snow equipment with Briggs & Stratton OHV engines with model numbers beginning with 12, 15, 20, or 21 and manufactured between June 2001 and March 2007. These engines were installed on snow throwers sold under the brand names Ariens, Canadiana, Craftsman, Frontier Equipment, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, Simplicity, and Snapper.
According to the recall notice, affected consumers should immediately stop using the snow throwers. Consumers should call or contact Briggs & Stratton to arrange for a free repair. The engine model number and date of manufacture code can be found on the cylinder shield or rocker cover to determine if a specific snow thrower is included in the recall.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the snow throwers. Call or contact Briggs & Stratton to arrange for the free repair.
The recall includes snow equipment with Briggs & Stratton OHV engines that have model numbers beginning with 12, 15, 20, or 21, and a date of manufacture (DOM) code between 000601xx and 070301xx. The engines were installed on the following brand snow throwers: Ariens, Canadiana, Craftsman, Frontier Equipment, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, Simplicity and Snapper. The engine model number and DOM information are located on the cylinder shield or rocker cover. Call for more information about determining if your snow thrower engine is included in the recall.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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