CPSCSeptember 26, 2008

Shivvers Manufacturing Lawn Mower Jacks recall: Collapse Hazard

Shivvers Manufacturing Recalls Lawn Mower Jacks Due to Collapse Hazard

Why was Shivvers Manufacturing Lawn Mower Jacks recalled?

The jack lifts can have threads stripping or the nuts breaking, resulting in the shaft slipping and the mower falling from its stand-up position. This could cause serious personal injury to the consumer or property damage.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jacks and contact their local service dealer to have their jacks replaced at no charge. Contact: For additional information, contact your local dealer or Country Clipper at (800) 344-8237 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.countryclipper.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Jack Lift Tools and Kits
Company
Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa, Country Clipper, a division of Shivvers Manufacturing Inc. of Corydon, Iowa
Quantity
About 450
Sold at
Country Clippers dealers nationwide from May 2007 through June 2008 for about $150 for the jack and about $225 for the jack kits.
Recall date
September 26, 2008
Incidents / injuries
Shivvers has received five reports of jack lift failures and 37 warranty claims for replacement parts.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled jacks are used for lifting the lawn mower during service or maintenance. Two versions of this jack model have been manufactured. Version number one was made with a nylon nut and version number two was made with a sintered bronze nut. These recalled jacks were sold separately and on Charger, JAZee and Boss riding lawn mowers.

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