Lawn Mowers Recalled by American Honda Motor Corp. Due to Laceration Hazard

Recalled July 10, 2008 · CPSC recall 08328 · Lawn

Hazard

The lawn mower's rear shield can break off allowing debris to be thrown toward the operator, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact their local Honda Lawn and Garden dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners of the recalled lawn mowers have been contacted by direct mail notification.

Units

20500

Incidents / injuries

American Honda has received one report of a shield breaking off the lawn mower. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves HRX walk-behind lawn mowers with model numbers HRX217(K)2HXA and HRX217(K)2HMA. The model and serial number are printed on a label located on the upper rear of the mower deck. Serial numbers included in the recall are MAGA-1500001 through 1520532. The recalled lawn mowers are red with "HONDA" written on the bag.

What to do

Contact

For additional information, contact Honda at (800) 426-7701 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Honda's Web site at www.hondapowerequipment.com

Product

Honda Lawn Mowers

Manufacturer(s)

American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif.

Retailers

Authorized American Honda Motor Corp. dealers and Home Depot stores nationwide from October 2007 to June 2008 for about $900.

Made in

United States

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