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Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
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Brigg & Stratton Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mower
Recall Date: October 16th, 2014
Type: Riding Lawn Mowers
Units: About 8,500
Hazards: Weld on drive axle can fail resulting in loss of brake control, posing an injury hazard.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an authorized Snapper service dealer for a free repair.
Description
This recall involves six models of Briggs and Stratton Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers. The mowers are red with a black fuel tank, steering wheel and seat. The name Snapper is printed on both sides of the mower. The model and serial numbers are on a label on the engine platform under the right side of the seat. The following models and serial number ranges are included. Model Number Serial Number Range 7800918 2016447188 - 2016485206 7800920 2016443919 - 2016568930 7800932 2016462619 - 2016481454 7800950 2016611952 - 2016766052 7800951 2016624456 - 2016765000 7800954 2016603229 - 2016775752
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Label (Product marked with a green dot has already been inspected and tested)
Consumer Contact:
Briggs and Stratton Corporation at (800) 935-2967 from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.Briggsandstratton.com and click on "Recall Alert Notice" for more information.Injuries:
Briggs and Stratton has received two reports of brake failure, related to failed weld. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturers:
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC, of Milwaukee, Wis.
Retailers:
Family Farm stores, Power Equipment Direct and Briggs and Stratton Snapper dealers nationwide from April 2013 through May 2014 for between $1,300 and $2,000.
