Husqvarna Recalls Lawn Tractors; Parking Brake Failure Can Cause Loss of Control
CPSC recall 09751 · announced July 8, 2009 · Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a · 8,200 units affected
The product
The recalled Craftsman power lawn tractor is gray colored, has 19.5 HP engine, automatic drive, and a 42 inch cutting deck. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall. The model and serial numbers are located on a model plate under the tractor's seat. Models Craftsman 917.289080 Craftsman 917.289081 Serial Numbers 012709A001000 through 031209D999999
The hazard
The tractor's parking brake can fail posing a loss of control hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled tractors immediately and contact Sears for a free inspection at your home and, if necessary, a free repair of the parking brake cable. Sears is directly contacting consumers who purchased this product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Sears and Kmart stores nationwide and on the Web at www.sears.com from January 2009 through April 2009 for about $1,200.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact toll free number at (800) 659-7026, hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.