Ariens® DELUXE-, PLATINUM- and PROFESSIONAL-series Snow Throwers

Class III - Low Risk

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 6,260 (In addition, about 1,100 were sold in Canada))
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

Recall Details

Company:
Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisconsin
Reason for Recall:
The recalled snow thrower impeller and auger assembly can continue rotating even after the operator control lever is released, posing a laceration hazard if a user makes contact with the rotating parts inside the housing enclosure at the front of the machine.
Classification:
Class III - Low Risk

Products that are unlikely to cause any adverse health reaction, but violate FDA regulations.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
The recalled snow thrower impeller and auger assembly can continue rotating even after the operator control lever is released, posing a laceration hazard if a user makes contact with the rotating parts inside the housing enclosure at the front of the machine.
Remedy:
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.

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Product Information

Full Description:

This recall involves certain Ariens DELUXE-, PLATINUM- and PROFESSIONAL-series Sno-Thro® models. The recalled snow throwers were sold in a bright orange color and are equipped with either rear wheels or tracks. The model and serial numbers are located on the white square ID tag on the frame. Some recalled snowblowers have already been inspected and repaired. Consumers are urged to visit https://www.ariensco.com/safetyrecall for a list of recalled units.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 6,260 (In addition, about 1,100 were sold in Canada))

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 25124