Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard

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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Nov 14, 2019, 15:44 ET

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Briggs--Stratton-Recalls-Snapper-Rear-Engine-Riding-Mowers-Due-to-Injury-Hazard

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Snapper Rear Engine 33" Riding Mowers

Hazard: A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated disengagement pedal, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy: Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding mowers and contact Briggs & Stratton for a free inspection and repair.

Consumer Contact:
Briggs & Stratton at 800-227-3798 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or www.briggsandstratton.com and click on "Recalls" under the Support tab for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 1,160

Description:
This recall involves Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers with rear engines and a 33 inch mower deck. The riding mowers are red and black. Model number 2691526, Briggs & Stratton and 33" are printed on a white label the back of the mower. SNAPPER is printed on the front of the mower.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold At: Authorized Snapper dealers nationwide from March 2019 through May 2019 for about $2,650.

Manufacture/Distributor: Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis.

Manufactured in: United States

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Recall Date: November 14, 2019
Recall Number: 20-021

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