The Toro Company Expands Recall of Snowthrowers Posing Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #06224
Recall Date
2006-08-03
Manufacturer
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Units Affected
About 84,000
Products Involved
Toro Snow Commander and CCR Single Stage Snowthrowers
Hazard
The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury.
Remedy
Consumers should contact their local Toro Authorized Service Dealer to find out if their snowthrower is included in the recall. If necessary, the dealer will schedule a time and install a free replacement fuel tank.
Reported Injuries
Toro has received 882 additional reports of fuel tanks leaking. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Toro dealers and Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2000 through March 2006.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
This recall now involves 2001 and 2002 Toro Snow Commander and CCR model snowthrowers listed below. The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the axle plate between the wheels. SNOW COMMANDER UNITS: Model Serial Range Snowthrower Year Retail Price 38600 220000001 to 220004072 24-inch Single Stage 2002 $860 38602 220000001 to 220005931 24-inch Electric Start 2002 $960 CCR UNITS: Model Serial Range Snowthrower Year Retail Price 38413 210010001 to 210020990 20-inch Single Stage 2001 $590 38419 210010001 to 210014725 20-inch Electric Start 2001 $690 38440 210010001 to 210015656 20-inch Single Stage 2001 $660 38445 210012082 to 210021964 20-inch Electric Start 2001 $760 38515 220000001 to 220013743 20-inch Single Stage 2002 $590 38516 220000001 to 220008930 20-inch Electric Start 2002 $690 38517 220000001 to 220010910 20-inch Single Stage 2002 $660 38518 220000210 to 220015932 20-inch Electric Start 2002 $760
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