Recall: Toro Recalls Power Max Snowthrowers Due to Amputation Hazard

Description: This recall involves Model Year 2021 Toro Power Max 826 OHAE Snowthrowers with Model Number 37802. The model and serial number are located on the back of the snowthrower. Serial numbers included in this recall are listed on Toro's website at https://www.toro.com/en/product-safety-information/product-recall-information.

Name of product: Toro Power Max Snowthrowers

Units: About 6,700

Manufacturer: The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.

Hazard: The auger can fail to disengage when the control lever is released, posing an amputation hazard.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Toro Power Max Snowthrower and contact a Toro authorized dealer for a free repair.

Recall date: February 17, 2021

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received five reports of incidents related to auger failing to disengage when the control lever is released. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At: The Home Depot, Ace Hardware, and Toro Authorized Dealers nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com, www.acehardware.com, and www.toro.com from November 2020 through January 2021 for about $1,200.

Manufactured in: Mexico

Consumer contact: Toro toll-free at 833-254-8856 to access the 24-hour Toro Dealer locator system, or online at www.Toro.com/locator to locate a Toro authorized service dealer near you.

Recall number: 21-080