CPSC Recall in 2014: Ariens Recalls Snow Throwers and Power Brushes Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 14-158

Date: April 24, 2014

Product Name: Ariens and Sno-Tek Snow Throwers, Ariens and Gravely All-Season Power Brushes

Recall Description:

A drive pulley can crack while in use and cause the auger/impeller or brush to continue to rotate after the clutch lever is disengaged.

Hazard Description:

A drive pulley can crack while in use and cause the auger/impeller or brush to continue to rotate after the clutch lever is disengaged. This poses amputation and laceration hazards to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 5,700

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Home Depot stores and other authorized Ariens dealers nationwide from January 2014 to February 2014 for between $500 and $2,200.

Manufactured In:

United States

Custom Label:

Importer/Manufacturer