[Recalled] Toro Power Sweep Electric Blowers — The recall involves Toro Power Sweep electric blower model 51586 that was manuf… | CPSC 2008-12-11

Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The recall involves Toro Power Sweep electric blower model 51586 that was manufactured between 2000 and 2002. The recalled units have serial numbers that range between 000055100 and 220255609. There are two decals on the main housing of the blower. One decal reads, "TORO Power Sweep" and the decal on the opposite side of the blower contains the model number and serial number (shown by the letter "A" in the picture). The recalled units can be identified by a black impeller fan, which can be seen through the air inlet screen on the bottom of the unit. Hazards: The blower's impeller, which is a rotating component on the blower, can break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower. This poses a risk of serious injury to the user or a bystander.

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.

Read the full official notice →

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

• Toro Power Max Snowthrowers
• Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower
• Power Clear 180 Single Stage Snow Blowers
• Toro Power Sweep Electric Blowers
• Toro Snow Commander and CCR Single Stage Snowthrowers
• 2001 Toro Snow Commander snowthrowers

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