Briggs & Stratton OHV Snow Thrower Engines (Briggs & Stratton) – Fire Risk (2007)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Briggs & Stratton OHV Snow Thrower Engines
Brand
Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis. is recalling Briggs & Stratton OHV Snow Thrower Engines. The hazard is: When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire an. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recall includes snow equipment with Briggs & Stratton OHV engines that have model numbers beginning with 12, 15, 20, or 21, and a date of manufacture (DOM) code between 000601xx and 070301xx. The engines were installed on the following brand snow throwers: Ariens, Canadiana, Craftsman, Frontier Equipment, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, Simplicity and Snapper. The engine model number and DOM information are located on the cylinder shield or rocker cover. Call for more information about determining if your snow thrower engine is included in the recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
When the engines are primed, excess fuel can overflow into the carburetor and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the snow throwers. Call or contact Briggs & Stratton to arrange for the free repair.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026