The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04013·Announced 2003-10-22

Husqvarna Recalls Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers Due to Loose Blade Bolt

Husqvarna is recalling 9,900 walk-behind lawn mowers because a loose blade bolt could cause the blade to fall off, posing an injury risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (lawn mower blade detachment) where injury has not yet been reported as a widespread or severe outcome, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products.

Plain-English summary

Husqvarna Forest and Garden Company is recalling approximately 9,900 Royal 53S or ROY53INTEK walk-behind lawn mowers. The affected units have serial numbers between 24600001 and 31000205. These gas-powered mowers feature an orange body with a black push-handle and can be operated with or without a bag attachment.

The recall is due to a defect where a loose blade bolt could cause the blade to come loose or the blade adapter to crack, resulting in the blade falling off. If this occurs, the operator or a bystander could be injured. Husqvarna has received 15 reports of blades coming off, 41 reports of loose blades, and one report of a consumer being struck in the toe by a blade.

The mowers were distributed by Husqvarna dealerships and Lowe's Home Improvement Centers from December 2002 through August 2003 for about $500. Consumers should contact Husqvarna technical support representatives between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday at (800) 448-7543 Ext. 3 to receive a free service kit. The kit includes a new blade adapter, blade bolt, and associated hardware, with a complimentary blade to be installed by a Husqvarna dealer.

The recalled product

Product
Husqvarna Royal 53S or ROY53INTEK Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers with serial numbers between 24600001 to 31000205
Manufacturer
Husqvarna Forest and Garden Company, of Charlotte, N.C.
Category
Consumer Product — Lawn Mowers
Hazard
Affected units
9,900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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