CPSC2012-11-01
Excel Industries Recalls Hustler and BigDog Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan.
Hazard
The fuel tank vent valve fitting can fail to seal and cause a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Hustler or BigDog dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Excel is contacting its customers directly.
Sold at
Hustler and BigDog dealers nationwide from September 2010 to May 2012 for between $2,900 and $21,000.
Affected count
About 18,000
Injuries reported
The firm is aware of 152 incidents of vent valve fittings failing. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Hustler and BigDog Lawn Mowers
Consumer contact
Excel Industries; (800) 748-8223, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday to Friday, or websites www.hustlerturf.com and www.bigdogmowers.com and click on Product Recall Information for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Excel-Industries-Recalls-Hustler-and-BigDog-Lawn-Mowers-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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