Husqvarna Recalls Residential Zero Turn Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Husqvarna-Recalls-Residential-Zero-Turn-Riding-Mowers-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Residential zero turn riding mowers

Hazard: An incorrect routing of the fuel line can cause it to wear and leak, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Repair  

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled zero turn mowers and contact Husqvarna to arrange for a free inspection and repair.

Consumer Contact:

Husqvarna toll-free at 877-257-6921 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.husqvarna.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 7,100

Description:
This recall involves Husqvarna® and Poulan Pro® brand residential zero turn riding mowers with a Briggs & Stratton twin cylinder engine. They were sold in orange/black and yellow/black colors. On the Husqvarna models, "Husqvarna" is printed on the side of the mowers. On the Poulan Pro models, "Poulan Pro" is printed on the front of the mower. The model number and serial number are printed on the left-hand rail frame in front of the left rear drive wheel. The following models are included in the recall.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold At: Badcock & More, Lowe's and other home centers, hardware stores, and Husqvarna Equipment Dealers nationwide and on online at Badcock.com, Lowes.com and other websites from July 2017 through December 2017 for between $2,500 and $3,000.

Manufacturer: Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A. Inc., of  Charlotte, N.C.

Manufactured in: U.S.

This recall was conducted, voluntarily by the company, under CPSC's Fast Track Recall process. Fast Track recalls are initiated by firms, who commit to work with CPSC to quickly announce the recall and remedy to protect consumers.

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