Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard

Recall Date
2011-04-26
Manufacturer
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Units Affected
Snowblowers: About 18,000 in the U.S. and 5,000 in Canada Mowers: About 6,000 in the U.S. and 200 in Canada

Products Involved

Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20" Recycler Mower

Hazard

The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.

Reported Injuries

There have been about 500 reports of carburetor leaks. There were no reports of fire or injury.

Sold At

Toro Dealers in the United States and Canada from September 2009-March 2011.

Manufactured In

MexicoUnited States

Full Recall Description

Toro PC-421Q Snowblowers: The model/serial numbers are found on a decal on the underside of the rear of the unit. Model and serial numbers are: Model Number Serial Number 38588 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311003576 38589 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311999999 Toro 20" Recycler Mower: The model and serial numbers are found on a decal on the left rear of the mower. Model 20323; Serial number 310000001 to 310999999.

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