Excel Industries Recalls Hustler FasTrak Riding Lawn Mowers for Fire Hazard

Plain-English summary

Excel Industries Inc. is recalling approximately 1,500 Hustler "FasTrak" riding lawn mowers and Land Pride "Accu-Z Razor" riding mowers. The recall involves models with 44- and 52-inch decks sold nationwide by authorized dealers from November 2001 through May 2002 for between $4,700 and $5,500. The Hustler mowers are yellow and black with the "FasTrak" logo, while the Land Pride mowers are beige and black with the "Razor Z" and "Accu-Z" logos.

The recall is due to a defect where excessive heat, vibrations, and wear cause the fuel line to droop and rub against the transmission fan. This friction can cut the fuel line, leading to gasoline leaks that pose a fire hazard and a risk of burn injuries to consumers. Excel has received two reports of incidents where gasoline leaks were discovered, but no injuries or property damage have been reported.

Consumers should stop using these recalled riding mowers immediately. To determine if their mower is included in the recall, consumers should contact their local Hustler dealer at (800) 395-4757 or their local Land Pride dealer at (888) 987-7433. The dealer will reroute the fuel line and replace it if necessary.

The recalled product

Product

Hustler "FasTrak" riding lawn mowers

Manufacturer

Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan.

Category

Consumer Product — Lawn Mowers

Hazard

• fire
• burn-injury

Affected units

1,500

Distribution

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