The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04084·Announced 2004-02-18

Ariens Recalls 13-Horsepower Snow Throwers Due to Blade Brake Failure

Ariens is recalling 571 Model 924506 snow throwers because the blade may not stop when the brake is applied, posing an injury risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (rotary blade injury) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Ariens Co. is recalling 571 units of the Ariens 13-Horsepower Sno-Throw™, Model 924506, in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on February 18, 2004.

The hazard involves the blade brake control, which may fail to stop the blade, resulting in continued movement. This creates a potential for injury if consumers make contact with the rotary blade. Ariens has not received any reports of injuries related to this defect.

The affected units were sold at Home Depot stores from October 7, 2003, to October 24, 2003, for between $2,500 and $2,800. Some units were sold elsewhere, and Ariens has already notified those consumers. Consumers should stop using these snow throwers immediately and return them to a local Ariens dealer for a free inspection and, if needed, repair. To check if a unit is affected, consumers can visit www.ariens.com/safety_recall or call Ariens toll-free at (888) 927-4367.

The recalled product

Product
Ariens 13-Horsepower Sno-Throw™, Model 924506
Manufacturer
Ariens Co., of Brillion, Wis.
Category
Consumer Product — Snow Throwers
Hazard
Affected units
571

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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