The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14045·Announced 2013-12-10

Exmark Recalls Commercial Walk-Behind Mowers Due to Blade Injury Hazard

Exmark is recalling 2013 Commercial 30-inch Walk-Behind Mowers because the blade can break and injure users. Consumers should stop using the mowers and contact Exmark for a free repair.

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 (blade breakage causing injury) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Exmark Manufacturing Company, Inc. is recalling 2013 Exmark Commercial 30-inch Walk-Behind Mowers, model ECKA30, with serial numbers ranging from 313605897 to 313660824. The recall involves approximately 6,900 units sold in the United States and 330 units in Canada. The mowers were sold at Exmark dealers nationwide from November 2012 through October 2013 for about $1,800.

The recall is being issued because the mower's blade can break, posing a risk of injury to the user and others nearby. The source text states that no injuries have been reported in connection with this defect. The recalled mowers are black and red, with the phrases "Commercial 30" and "Exmark" printed on the front and "Exmark" on the side. Model and serial numbers are located on a decal on the engine base above the left rear tire.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Exmark for a free repair. Exmark can be reached at (800) 667-5296 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.exmark.com by clicking on Service and Support and then Safety Resources.

The recalled product

Product
Commercial Walk-Behind Mowers
Category
Consumer Product — Lawn Mowers
Hazard
Affected units
6,900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same hazard · blade breakage

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