Husqvarna Professional Products Recalls Riding Lawn Tractors Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled July 27, 2010 · CPSC recall 10748 · Husqvarna Professional Products

Hazard

The fuel line on the rear-mounted fuel tank is too long and can come in contact with moving parts while the tractor is in use, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding tractors and contact Husqvarna to arrange a free repair.

Units

About 1,700

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received 53 reports of fuel line damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves gas-powered Husqvarna riding lawn tractors designed for residential use. The lawn tractor's model and serial numbers are printed on an identification plate located underneath the tractor seat. Models and serials numbers included in the recall are: GTH27V52LS lawn tractors with model numbers 96043009100 and 96043009900, with serial numbers 010810A00XXXX through 05061000XXXX.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding tractors and contact Husqvarna to arrange a free repair.

Contact

For more information or to schedule a free repair, contact Husqvarna toll-free at (877) 257-6921 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET Saturday. Consumers can also visit the firm's website at www.husqvarna.us/july2010Alert

Product

Husqvarna Riding Lawn Tractors

Manufacturer(s)

Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.

Retailers

Husqvarna authorized dealers nationwide from January 2010 to May 2010 for about $3,000.

Made in

United States

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