Recall 20021 · 2019-11-14

Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard

Riding mowers & garden tractors

Hazard

A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated disengagement pedal, posing an injury hazard.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding mowers and contact Briggs & Stratton for a free inspection and repair.

Products

This recall involves Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers with rear engines and a 33 inch mower deck. The riding mowers are red and black. Model number 2691526, Briggs & Stratton and 33" are printed on a white label the back of the mower. SNAPPER is printed on the front of the mower.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Text from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice.

Units
About 1,160
Sold at

Authorized Snapper dealers nationwide from March 2019 through May 2019 for about $2,650.

Injury data

Riding mowers & garden tractors

16,479
ER visits in 2025