Ariens SnoThro 30LE Deluxe Snow Thrower Recalled for Injury Hazard
Ariens is recalling about 1,040 SnoThro 30LE Deluxe Snow Throwers because users could injure fingers or hands while clearing the collector or discharge chute while the machine is operating.
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 (finger or hand injury) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Ariens Company is recalling about 1,040 SnoThro 30LE Deluxe Snow Throwers. The snow throwers are painted orange and black, with model number 921020 and serial numbers ranging from 000101 to 001229. The serial number is located on a label at the rear of the unit next to the right tire, and the Ariens logo is on the front of the control panel.
The recall is due to an injury hazard. Users trying to clear the collector or discharge chute while the machine is operating could be at risk of a finger or hand injury. No reports of injuries have been received.
The snow throwers were sold at Home Depot and local Ariens authorized dealerships from October 2009 to January 2010 for about $1,500. Ariens Company has fixed about 600 of these units prior to their sale. To determine if your unit has been repaired, contact Ariens. If your unit has not been repaired, Ariens will assist you in scheduling an appointment for a free repair with an Ariens authorized dealer in your area. For more information, contact Ariens Company toll free at (888) 927-4367 between 7 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.ariens.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- SnoThro 30LE Deluxe Snow Thrower
- Manufacturer
- Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisc.
- Category
- Consumer Product — Snow Throwers
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 1,040
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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