CPSC, Exmark Announce Recall of Lazer Z Zero Turn Radius Riding Lawn Mowers
CPSC recall 05520 · announced December 6, 2004 · Exmark Manufacturing Of Beatrice, Nebraska · 1,215 units affected
The product
The 2004 Model Lazer Z zero-turn (ZRT) riding mowers with 60-inch and 72-inch decks are equipped with electric fuel injection engines as follows: Model Serial Range Description Suggested Retail Price LZ28KC604 440000-500539 28HP ZRT w/60" deck $11,099 LZ28KC724 440000-500612 28HP ZRT w/72" deck $11,432 All products are equipped with a foldable roll-over protection bar. The model and serial number decal can be found on the frame below the seat.
The hazard
Due to the location of the fuel line on the Lazer Z EFI riding mowers, a hole can develop, resulting in a fuel leak that could present a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these Exmark riding mowers and contact their local Authorized Exmark Service Dealer to schedule a time to install a free replacement fuel line.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): No reports of injury or property damage.
Sold at: Authorized Exmark dealers sold these riding lawn mowers nationwide, from July 2003 to September 2004.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Exmark at (800) 479-8379 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's website at www.Exmark.com.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.