All Power America Recalls Snow Throwers Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #14222
Recall Date
2014-07-02
Manufacturer
Suzhou Murray Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Jiangsu, China
Units Affected
About 10,000
Products Involved
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using their snow thrower and contact All-Power to obtain a free repair.
Reported Injuries
The company has received 58 reports of carburetor leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Menards Stores and independent hardware retailers from September 2012 through December 2013 for about $200.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall 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."
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28