Recall #08-140 · Published December 19, 2007

Honda Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers

American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Honda Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers from Honda Walk-Behind Lawn on December 19, 2007. CPSC identifies this hazard: The cutting blades could rotate under power when the control lever is released. The lawn mowers do not comply with mandatory federal safety standards for lawn mowers. The spinning blade poses a serious laceration hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using these recalled lawn mowers immediately and contact any Honda Lawn and Garden dealer for a free repair. Registered owners will be mailed a direct notice.

Recalled Lawn Mower
Recalled Lawn Mower
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Affected model numbers

HRB217HXAHRX217HXAHRX217HMA
Additional identifying details

The model and serial number are printed on a label located on the upper rear of the mower deck.

Why it was recalled

The cutting blades could rotate under power when the control lever is released. The lawn mowers do not comply with mandatory federal safety standards for lawn mowers. The spinning blade poses a serious laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using these recalled lawn mowers immediately and contact any Honda Lawn and Garden dealer for a free repair. Registered owners will be mailed a direct notice.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif.
Recall number
08-140
Units
About 167,000
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Honda Lawn and Garden dealers and The Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2003 through November 2007 for between $760 and $900.

Honda Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers

CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories

Recall contact information

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

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