Recall: Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Description: This recall involves six models of Briggs and Stratton Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers. The mowers are red with a black fuel tank, steering wheel and seat. The name Snapper is printed on both sides of the mower. The model and serial numbers are on a label on the engine platform under the right side of the seat. The following models and serial number ranges are included. Model Number Serial Number Range 7800918 2016447188 - 2016485206 7800920 2016443919 - 2016568930 7800932 2016462619 - 2016481454 7800950 2016611952 - 2016766052 7800951 2016624456 - 2016765000 7800954 2016603229 - 2016775752

Name of product: Brigg & Stratton Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mower

Units: About 8,500

Manufacturer: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC, of Milwaukee, Wis.

Hazard: Weld on drive axle can fail resulting in loss of brake control, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an authorized Snapper service dealer for a free repair.

Recall date: October 16, 2014

Incidents/Injuries: Briggs and Stratton has received two reports of brake failure, related to failed weld. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At: Family Farm stores, Power Equipment Direct and Briggs and Stratton Snapper dealers nationwide from April 2013 through May 2014 for between $1,300 and $2,000.

Manufactured in: United States

Consumer contact: Briggs and Stratton Corporation at (800) 935-2967 from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.Briggsandstratton.com and click on "Recall Alert Notice" for more information.

Recall number: 15-707