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Ariens Recalls Snow Throwers Due to Laceration Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #25124
Ariens Recalls Snow Throwers Due to Laceration Hazard
Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisconsin · Ariens® DELUXE-, PLATINUM- and PROFESSIONAL-series Snow Throwers
Product 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.
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.
Repair
411 Press Analysis
Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisconsin has voluntarily recalled about 6,260 (in addition, about 1,100 were sold in canada) of Ariens® DELUXE-, PLATINUM- and PROFESSIONAL-series Snow Throwers as a preventive safety measure. The recall was announced by the CPSC on February 6, 2025. 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. While no injuries have been reported, the identified hazard warrants consumer attention. Affected consumers should schedule a free repair. The CPSC recommends discontinuing use of the product until the remedy has been completed.
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