Recall #14-754 · Published September 30, 2014

Push lawn mowers

Husqvarna Recalls Craftsman Push Mowers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Orchard Supply Hardware (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Push lawn mowers from Push lawn on September 30, 2014. CPSC identifies this hazard: The engine control/bail lever on the handle can fail, allowing the engine to run and the blades to rotate, posing an injury hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the mower and contact the Husqvarna for a free repair. The company is directly contacting consumers.

Craftsman 21-inch 3-in-1 high-wheel gas-powered push mower
Craftsman 21-inch 3-in-1 high-wheel gas-powered push mower
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Additional identifying details

The first six numerals of the serial number are the manufacture date in the MMDDYY format.

Why it was recalled

The engine control/bail lever on the handle can fail, allowing the engine to run and the blades to rotate, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the mower and contact the Husqvarna for a free repair. The company is directly contacting consumers.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A. Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
Recall number
14-754
Units
About 700
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Orchard Supply Hardware stores from June 2014 to July 2014 for about $300.

Push lawn mowers

CPSC product type: Gas-powered Lawn Mowers

Recall contact information

Husqvarna toll-free at (877) 257-6921 Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET, or online at www.husqvarna.com and click on Support, then select Customer Support, then click on Honda-Powered Craftsman Lawnmower Voluntary Recall for more information.

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