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All Power America Recalls Snow Throwers Due to Fire Hazard


Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 3, 2014.  Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Recall date: July 02, 2014
Recall number: 14-222

  • All-Power Single Stage Snow Thrower SB044P
    All-Power Single Stage Snow Thrower SB044P

Recall Summary

Name of product:  Single Stage Snow Thrower

Hazard:  Exposure to Chinese gasoline for extended periods of time while testing the product overseas caused the carburetor needle to become corroded and allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumer Contact:  All Power America toll-free at (888) 896-6881 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at http://www.allpoweramerica.com/ and click on Safety Recall for more recall information.

Recall Details

Units:  About 10,000

Description:  This recall involves All Power brand single stage snow throwers. The snow throwers are black and yellow and have a red cap on the gas tank. They have a 20 inch wide snow clearing width and an 87cc, 4 cycle engine. The model number of the recalled snow throwers is SB044P which is printed on a yellow and black sticker located on the top of the unit with the phrase “20 Inch Clearing Width.”

Incidents/Injuries:  The company has received 58 reports of carburetor leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Remedy:  Consumers should immediately stop using their snow thrower and contact All-Power to obtain a free repair.

Sold at:  Menards Stores and independent hardware retailersfrom September 2012 through December 2013 for about $200.

Importer:  Steele Products, a subsidiary of Jaing Dong North America (JDNA).

Manufacturer:  Suzhou Murray Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Jiangsu, China.

Manufactured in:  China

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