Briggs & Stratton Recalls Simplicity Riding Mowers Due to Projectile Risk

Plain-English summary

Briggs & Stratton Corp. is recalling approximately 2,800 Simplicity brand zero turn riding mowers, mower deck attachments, and garden tractors. The recall involves orange Simplicity products with mower deck sizes ranging from 44 to 54 inches. The Simplicity logo is located on the side of the mower or garden tractor. Specific model and serial number ranges are listed in the official recall notice, and mowers with a black dot on the label are not included.

The recall is being issued because the chute deflector on these products can fail to prevent projectiles from being expelled. This defect poses a risk of injury to consumers from projectiles. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The affected products were sold at Briggs & Stratton dealers nationwide from August 2014 through May 2015 for between $3,600 and $16,000. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and contact a Briggs & Stratton dealer to schedule a free repair. For more information, consumers can call Briggs & Stratton at (800) 227-3798 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website.

The recalled product

Product

Briggs & Stratton Simplicity Riding Mowers, Garden Tractors and Mower Decks

Manufacturer

Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis.

Category

Consumer Product — Lawn & Garden Equipment

Hazard

• projectile-injury

Affected units

2,800

Distribution

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