Recall #23-287 · Published September 14, 2023

Honda Lawnmowers and Pressure Washer Engines

American Honda Motor Recalls Lawnmowers and Pressure Washer Engines Due to Injury Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Honda Lawnmowers and Pressure Washer Engines from Honda Lawnmowers on September 14, 2023. CPSC identifies this hazard: The improperly manufactured camshafts in the engines can cause the starter rope to suddenly retract when pulling to start, posing an injury hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawnmowers and pressure washers equipped with recalled engines and contact an authorized Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair.

Recalled Honda GCV170/200 G5B Pressure Washer Engine
Recalled Honda GCV170/200 G5B Pressure Washer Engine
Image: CPSC recall notice

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

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

Why it was recalled

The improperly manufactured camshafts in the engines can cause the starter rope to suddenly retract when pulling to start, posing an injury hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Honda has received 2,197 reports of incidents related to camshaft failures, including seven reports of minor injuries.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawnmowers and pressure washers equipped with recalled engines and contact an authorized Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
23-287
Units
About 391,800
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Lawnmowers were sold at Honda Power Equipment dealers, Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Lowes, Northern Tool and various farm, agricultural and rental stores nationwide from May 2022 to June 2023 for between $550 and $1,100. Pressure washer engines were sold at Lowes, Home Depot and other retail stores nationwide from June 2022 to August 2023 for between $370 and $550.
Distributor
American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, California

Honda Lawnmowers and Pressure Washer Engines

Recall contact information

American Honda Motor toll-free at 888-888-3139 from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or online at powerequipment.honda.com/support/recalls-and-updates or crmshonda.my.salesforce-sites.com/service/pew2c.

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