Snapper Lawn Mower – Mechanical Problem (2002)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Snapper lawn mowers
Brand
Snapper, Inc., of McDonough, Ga.
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
Snapper, Inc., of McDonough, Ga. is recalling Snapper lawn mowers. The hazard is: The walk-behind lawn mowers' side discharge deflector, which is sold as an accessory for these model. 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
Snapper lawn mowers with model numbers 216751BV, P2167517BV and FRP 216751BV are part of this recall. The model number can be found on a white label attached to the top of the lawn mower.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The walk-behind lawn mowers' side discharge deflector, which is sold as an accessory for these models, is defective. The material used to manufacture the side discharge deflector is not strong enough to prevent projectiles from flying out from under the mower deck, exposing consumers and by-standers to possible injuries from flying debris.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers who have removed the bag and attached the side discharge deflector should stop using these walk-behind lawn mowers with the deflector and return them to their Snapper dealer immediately, for a free replacement.
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