CPSC2003-02-13
CPSC, Exmark Recalls Lazer HP Riding Mowers
Exmark Manufacturing, of Beatrice, Nebraska
Hazard
The engines for these products had fuel lines that were too long and could possibly droop and come in contact with moving parts, which can cut the fuel lines, resulting in fuel leakage.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using their lawn mowers until the fuel lines can be shortened. Registered owners should already have received a letter with enclosed instruction sheet and reply card for this modification. For a copy of an instruction sheet detailing the modification or for a free repair, contact your Exmark dealer or call Exmark. No parts are necessary for this modification.
Sold at
Authorized Exmark dealers sold these mowers nationwide, from August 2001 through August 2002, for between $6,600 and $7,000.
Affected count
About 1,500
Injuries reported
Exmark has received two reports of fuel leaks, with no reports of fires or injuries.
Products
Riding lawn mowers
Consumer contact
Call Exmark at (800) 638-9788 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.exmark.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Exmark-Recalls-Lazer-HP-Riding-MowersDon't want to check this manually?
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