The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09706·Announced 2008-10-23

Murray Riding Lawn Mowers Recalled for Fuel Leak Fire and Burn Hazards

Briggs & Stratton is recalling Murray riding mowers because fuel tanks can separate, causing leaks that pose fire and burn risks.

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 (fire and burn hazards) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group is recalling approximately 2,100 Murray front engine riding lawn mowers. The recall addresses a defect where the two-piece fuel tanks can separate at the seam, causing fuel to leak. This condition poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.

The affected mowers were sold at various riding lawnmower dealers nationwide from April 2008 through September 2008 for about $950. Briggs & Stratton has received two reports of fuel leaks, but no injuries or incidents have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mower and contact the dealer from which it was purchased for a free repair. For additional information, consumers can contact Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group at (800) 227-3798 or 800-444-7774 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.briggsandstratton.com.

The recalled product

Product
Murray Front Engine Riding Lawn Mowers
Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group LLC, of Wauwatosa, Wis.
Category
Consumer Product — Lawn Mowers
Hazard
Affected units
2,100

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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