[Recalled] Power Clear 180 Single Stage Snow Blowers — This recall involves Toro® Power Clear 180 Single Stage snow blowers | CPSC 2010-07-14

This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves Toro® Power Clear 180 Single Stage snow blowers. The recalled snow blowers have model numbers 38272 and 38282. Serial numbers included in the recall range from 310000001 through 310999999. The model and serial number can be found on a decal on the lower right side of the snow blower. Hazards: Exposure to ethanol in gasoline can cause the carburetor needle to become corroded. A corroded needle can stick in the open position and allow fuel to leak from the carburetor, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.

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Related recalls from The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.

• Toro Power Max Snowthrowers
• Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower
• Toro Power Sweep Electric Blowers
• Toro Power Sweep Electric Blowers
• Toro Snow Commander and CCR Single Stage Snowthrowers
• 2001 Toro Snow Commander snowthrowers

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