Toro Snowthrowers – mechanical issue (2003)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
2001 Toro Snow Commander snowthrowers
Brand
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
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
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. is recalling 2001 Toro Snow Commander snowthrowers. The hazard is: The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury.. 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
This recall includes 2001 Toro Snow Commander snowthrowers with model number 38600 (serial numbers between 210000001 and 210999999) and model number 38602 (serial numbers between 210000001 and 210999999). The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the axle plate, between the wheels.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using these Toro snowthrowers and contact their local Toro Authorized Service Dealer to find out if the snowthrower is included in the recall. If necessary, the dealer will schedule a time to install a free replacement fuel tank.
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