CPSCJanuary 25, 2012

Blount International Replacement Blades Used with Ariens recall: Laceration Hazard

Blount International Recalls Replacement Blades Used with Ariens Lawnmowers Due to Laceration Hazard

Why was Blount International Replacement Blades Used with Ariens recalled?

The replacement lawnmower blades can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user and bystanders.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using lawnmowers with the recalled blades and return the blades to the store where purchased or directly to Blount for a free replacement. Contact: For additional information, contact (866) 685-5449 between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.blount.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
Oregon® Replacement Lawnmower Blades
Company
Blount International Inc., of Kansas City, Mo.
Quantity
About 950
Sold at
Independent lawn and garden sales and service stores nationwide from January 2010 through September 2011 for about $20.
Recall date
January 25, 2012
Incidents / injuries
Blount has received seven reports of replacement blades breaking during use. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Blount lawnmower replacement blades for Ariens 48-inch lawnmowers. The replacement blades are sold under the Oregon® brand name. "Oregon®," part number "91-003" and "PA" or "PJ" are printed on the surface of the recalled blades.

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