Ariens Company has recalled about 6,260 DELUXE-, PLATINUM-, and PROFESSIONAL-series Sno-Thro® models. On these machines, the impeller and auger assembly can continue to spin even after the operator releases the control lever. This defect poses a serious laceration hazard if a person comes into contact with the rotating parts at the front of the machine. The recalled snow throwers are bright orange and feature either rear wheels or tracks. Ariens is offering a free repair to all affected owners.
The snow thrower's rotating parts may fail to stop spinning when the control lever is released, which can lead to severe laceration injuries if a user attempts to clear a clog or touches the front housing while the parts are still in motion. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow throwers and contact Ariens Company or an authorized dealer for a free repair at their local dealership. Ariens Company and its authorized dealers will confirm whether a unit has already been inspected and/or repaired and will perform all necessary repairs on affected units.
Consumers should visit https://www.ariensco.com/safetyrecall to verify their specific model and serial number against the list of affected units.
Recalled Ariens Snow Throwers with Tracks
Recalled Ariens Snow Thrower with Wheels
Location of Model and Serial Number on the frame of the recalled Snow Throwers
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response