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InjuryJanuary 25, 2012CPSC #12094

Blount International Recalls Replacement Blades Used with Ariens Lawnmowers Due to Laceration Hazard

Product
Lawn & Garden
Units affected
950
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves Blount lawnmower replacement blades for Ariens 48-inch lawnmowers. The replacement blades are sold under the Oregon® brand name. "Oregon®," part number "91-003" and "PA" or "PJ" are printed on the surface of the recalled blades.

Hazard

The replacement lawnmower blades can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user and bystanders.

Injuries

Blount has received seven reports of replacement blades breaking during use. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Independent lawn and garden sales and service stores nationwide from January 2010 through September 2011 for about $20.

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Blount International recalled product
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