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Fire / OverheatingJuly 27, 2010CPSC #10748

Husqvarna Professional Products Recalls Riding Lawn Tractors Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Tractors
Units affected
1,700
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves gas-powered Husqvarna riding lawn tractors designed for residential use. The lawn tractor's model and serial numbers are printed on an identification plate located underneath the tractor seat. Models and serials numbers included in the recall are: GTH27V52LS lawn tractors with model numbers 96043009100 and 96043009900, with serial numbers 010810A00XXXX through 05061000XXXX.

Hazard

The fuel line on the rear-mounted fuel tank is too long and can come in contact with moving parts while the tractor is in use, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

The firm has received 53 reports of fuel line damage. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Husqvarna authorized dealers nationwide from January 2010 to May 2010 for about $3,000.

Photos

Recalled lawn tractorTractor identification plate
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