Recall #01-018 · Published October 25, 2000

Toro Key Start power mowers

CPSC, Toro Co. Announce Recall of Lawn Mowers

CPSC published a recall notice for Toro Key Start power mowers from Toro Key Start power on October 25, 2000. CPSC identifies this hazard: The wiring on these mowers can short circuit, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using these recalled mowers immediately, and have the wiring harness inspected and replaced, if needed, free of charge. Consumers with these mowers should contact a Toro service dealer to have their mower inspected.

Recalled Toro Key Start lawn mower
Recalled Toro Key Start lawn mower
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Affected model numbers

21-INCH
Additional identifying details

The model number is on a decal on the right-rear of the mower housing.

Why it was recalled

The wiring on these mowers can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Toro has received eight reports of wiring on these mowers shorting out. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using these recalled mowers immediately, and have the wiring harness inspected and replaced, if needed, free of charge. Consumers with these mowers should contact a Toro service dealer to have their mower inspected.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
The Toro Co., of Bloomington, Minn.
Recall number
01-018
Units
About 23,000
Sold at / sales period
Toro dealers nationwide sold these mowers, from February 1999 through September 2000, for about $590.

Toro Key Start power mowers

CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories

Recall contact information

To locate the nearest Toro service dealer or for more information, consumers should call Toro at (888) 877-8873 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

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