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Affected model numbers
618-04270BThe DOM can be found on a label on the underside of the seat.
Why it was recalled
A drive gear in the lawn tractor's hydrostatic transaxle can fail causing brake failure, posing a crash hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn tractors and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a repair from an authorized service provider.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Hydro-Gear Limited Partnership, of Sullivan, Ill.
- Recall number
- 12-132
- Units
- About 2,700
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Lawn and garden retailers nationwide from January 2011 through January 2012 for about between $1,900 and $2,800.
Lawn Tractors
CPSC product type: Tractors
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact the firm's toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms' websites at www.cubcadet.com, www.troybilt.com or www.MTDproducts.com. Consumers can also visit Hydro-Gear's website at www.hydro-gear.com
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