CPSC, Toro Company Recall Riding Lawn Mowers

Recalled July 15, 2003 · CPSC recall 03548 · Toro

Hazard

The actuator arm could fail, resulting in a loss of transmission control and risk of personal injury.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using their riding mowers until free repairs can be made. Contact a Toro dealer immediately for a free repair.

Units

7,500

Incidents / injuries

One consumer reported loss of control, resulting in a tip over. The consumer received a black eye, along with cuts and bruises.

Description

Model Serial Range Description 74301 230000001-230003210 14 HP 38-inch cut zero-turn radius tractor 74325 230000001-230000500 16 HP 42-inch cut zero-turn radius tractor 74330 230000001-230003070 16 HP 42-inch cut zero-turn radius tractor 74350 230000001-230001145 17 HP 42-inch cut zero-turn radius tractor The model and serial number decal can be found on the frame below the seat.

What to do

Consumers should stop using their riding mowers until free repairs can be made. Contact a Toro dealer immediately for a free repair.

Contact

For more information, contact Toro on (800) 525-0059, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.toro.com. If purchased in Canada call (800) 718-8996.

Product

TimeCutter Z Riding Lawn Mower

Manufacturer(s)

Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.

Retailers

Authorized Toro dealers sold these tractors nationwide, from January 2003 to April 2003, for between $2700 and $3300.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →