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Affected model numbers
50-INCH13A0616G19013AT606H19013AT616H19013AJ616H19014AJ816H19014AZ816P190Lawn and garden tractors that have a green "X" next to the model number are not included in this recall.
Why it was recalled
The hood latch on these tractors can damage the fuel tank and cause fuel to leak when the hood is raised and lowered, presenting a fire and explosion hazard.
Incidents and injuries
White Outdoor Products Co. has received one report of the hood latch damaging the fuel tank. No reports of fuel leaks, fires or injuries have been received.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled tractors immediately and contact White Outdoor Products Co. to verify their unit is part of the recall. If recalled, consumers will receive a replacement hood latch and fuel tank inspection instructions.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- White Outdoor Products Co., (a subsidiary of MTD Products Inc.) of Cleveland, Ohio
- Recall number
- 01-058
- Units
- About 9,700
- Sold at / sales period
- White Outdoor Products Co. dealers nationwide sold the tractors, from November 1999 through December 2000, for between $1,600 and $3,400.
Lawn and garden tractors
CPSC product type: Tractors
Recall contact information
White Outdoor Products Co. can be reached at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Publication and verification
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