Moderate Recalled July 8, 2002 About 2,200 units Updated November 7, 2025

CPSC, Snapper, Inc. Recall Lawn Mowers

The hazard

The walk-behind lawn mowers' side discharge deflector, which is sold as an accessory for these models, is defective. The material used to manufacture the side discharge deflector is not strong enough to prevent projectiles from flying out from under the mower deck, exposing consumers and by-standers to possible injuries from flying debris.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Consumers who have removed the bag and attached the side discharge deflector should stop using these walk-behind lawn mowers with the deflector and return them to their Snapper dealer immediately, for a free replacement.

Contact: For more information, contact Snapper, Inc. on (800) 935-2967. Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. or at the 935-2968. Snapper website at www.snapper.com

About this recall

Snapper lawn mowers with model numbers 216751BV, P2167517BV and FRP 216751BV are part of this recall. The model number can be found on a white label attached to the top of the lawn mower.

Product photos

Recalled Snapper lawn mower
Recalled Snapper lawn mower

Photos: U.S. CPSC