Recall #13-040 · Published November 15, 2012

Lawn Mower Engines

Kawasaki Motors Recalls Lawn Mower Engines Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Lawn Mower Engines from Lawn on November 15, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines and fuel filters and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer for a free repair.

Kawasaki FH, FR, FS and FX series engines used in riding and wide area, walk-behind lawn lawnmowers
Kawasaki FH, FR, FS and FX series engines used in riding and wide area, walk-behind lawn lawnmowers
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What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Additional identifying details

"Kawasaki" and the model number are printed on the top of all of the engines.

Why it was recalled

The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Kawasaki Motors has received 110 reports of fuel leaks. No injuries reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines and fuel filters and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer for a free repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Lawn
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Recall number
13-040
Units
About 210,000
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Authorized Kawasaki small engine dealers and lawn and garden equipment retailers nationwide. Recalled units were sold between October 2011 and August 2012 for between $2000 and $10,000.

Lawn Mower Engines

CPSC product type: Engines

Recall contact information

Kawasaki Motors; toll-free at (866) 836-4463, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or online at www.kawpower.com or e-mail the firm at ffrecall@kmc-usa.com for more information.

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