CPSC2023-11-09
DR Power Equipment Recalls Tow-Behind Field & Brush Mowers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
DR Power Equipment, of South Burlington, Vermont, a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin (through January 2018)
Hazard
The exhaust pipe can break and cause damage to the unit due to excessive heat, especially in the presence of dry cuttings or spilled fuel, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact DR Power Equipment for a prorated refund or credit toward a new DR Power product. The prorated refund or credit will be determined based on the age of the unit. DR Power is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Sold at
Authorized DR Power Equipment dealers nationwide and online at drpower.com and Generac.com from November 2015 through April 2021 for between $3,400 and $4,000.
Affected count
About 2,930 (In addition, 102 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received 14 reports of fires causing damage to the mowers.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Tow-Behind Field & Brush Mowers
Consumer contact
DR Power Equipment at 800-854-1565 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recalls@DRPower.com or online at http://lvtbrc.com/ or www.drpower.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/DR-Power-Equipment-Recalls-Tow-Behind-Field-Brush-Mowers-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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