Recall: All Power America Recalls Snow Throwers Due to Fire Hazard

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."

Name of product: Single Stage Snow Thrower

Units: About 10,000

Manufacturer: Suzhou Murray Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Jiangsu, China

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.

Recall date: July 02, 2014

Incidents/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.

Importers: Steele Products, a subsidiary of Jaing Dong North America (JDNA)

Manufactured in: China

Consumer contact: All Power America toll-free at (888) 896-6881 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at http://www.allpoweramerica.com/ and click on Safety Recall for more recall information.

Recall number: 14-222