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Product recall · CPSCDecember 10, 2013Worth checking
Toro TimeMaster and TurfMaster Lawn Mowers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The mower's blade can break and injure the user and others nearby
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Toro for a free repair.
Who to contact: Toro toll-free at (855) 340-7686 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.toro.com and click on Product Recall Information at the bottom of the page for more information
The product
This recall involves 2013 Toro TimeMaster 30" and 2013 Toro TurfMaster 30" lawn mowers with the following model and serial numbers: Model number 20199 with serial numbers ranging from 313000101 to 313020271; model number 20200 with serial numbers ranging from 313000101 to 313007366; and, model number 22200 with serial numbers ranging from 313000101 to 313007146. The phrases "TimeMaster" or "TurfMaster" and "Toro" are printed on the front of the black and red mower. "Toro" is also printed on the side of the mower. The model and serial numbers are located on a decal affixed to the engine base above the left rear tire.
Details
- Units affected
- About 34,500 in the United States and 1,600 in Canada
- Recall date
- December 10, 2013
- Made or distributed by
- The Toro Co., of Bloomington, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Toro has received ten reports of blades breaking. No injuries have been reported.
201992020022200
Toro dealers nationwide from November 2012 through October 2013 for between $999 and $1,799.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Toro Recalls TimeMaster and TurfMaster Lawn Mowers Due To Injury Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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