CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall of Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2222.
The mowers were sold under both the Black & Decker and Craftsman brand names. The recalled Black & Decker cordless electric lawn mowers have the model number CMM1000 or CMM1000R and date codes from 9534 through 200230, both of which are located on the silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. The lawn mowers have either an orange or green deck cover with a black motor cover. The lawn mowers have the words "Black & Decker" and "Cordless" on top of the motor cover. The Craftsman-brand mowers, which were sold at Sears, have model number 900.370520 and include all date codes. The model number is located on the silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. The Sears lawn mowers have a dark green deck with a black motor cover. The lawn mowers have the words "Craftsman" and "24 Volt Cordless" on top of the motor cover.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2222.
Consumers with either brand recalled lawn mower should stop using it immediately. Black & Decker mower owners should call Black & Decker to receive information on the free repair. Craftsman mower owners should take their mower to the nearest Sears store or Sears product repair center for a free repair.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Home Centers, Hardware And Discount Stores Nationwide Sold The Black & Decker Lawn Mowers, From February 1996 Through August 2002, For Between $360 And $400. Craftsman-brand Mowers Were Sold At Sears Stores Nationwide, From January 1998 Through December 2000, For Between $360 And $400. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2222.
Black & Decker mower owners should call Black & Decker toll-free at (866) 229-5570 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log onto the company's web site at www.blackanddecker.com
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Home Centers, Hardware And Discount Stores Nationwide Sold The Black & Decker Lawn Mowers, From February 1996 Through August 2002, For Between $360 And $400. Craftsman-brand Mowers Were Sold At Sears Stores Nationwide, From January 1998 Through December 2000, For Between $360 And $400. Recall FAQ
Home Centers, Hardware And Discount Stores Nationwide Sold The Black & Decker Lawn Mowers, From February 1996 Through August 2002, For Between $360 And $400. Craftsman-brand Mowers Were Sold At Sears Stores Nationwide, From January 1998 Through December 2000, For Between $360 And $400. is the subject of an outdoor & garden recall: CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall of Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers. The notice was published on September 19, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 140,000 units are potentially affected.