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Why it was recalled
When the lawnmower is operated, the replacement blade can crack and pieces can break away, posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers and bystanders.
Incidents and injuries
Blount has received six reports of replacement blades either cracking or breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the replacement blades and return them to the store where purchased or any other retailer that carries Oregon® or Silver Streak® replacement parts, for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Blount International Inc., of Kansas City, Mo.
- Recall number
- 06-242
- Units
- About 94,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Power or yard equipment dealers and hardware stores nationwide from November 2002 through August 2006 for between $16 and $28.
Oregon® and Silver Streak® Replacement Snapper Lawnmower Blades
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can contact Blount at (866) 685-5449 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Blount's Web sites at www.blount.com or www.Oregonchain.com
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