The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14754·Announced 2014-09-30

Husqvarna Recalls Craftsman Push Mowers Due to Injury Hazard

Husqvarna is recalling about 700 Craftsman push mowers sold at Orchard Supply Hardware because the engine control lever can fail, 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 (rotating blades) where the source explicitly states no injuries have been reported, meeting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A. Inc. is recalling approximately 700 Craftsman 3-in-1 high-wheel, gas-powered push mowers. The affected mowers feature Honda GCV160 engines and 21-inch decks. They were sold exclusively at Orchard Supply Hardware stores from June 2014 to July 2014 for approximately $300. The recalled units were manufactured between April 2014 and June 2014.

The recall is due to a defect in the engine control/bail lever on the handle. This lever can fail, allowing the engine to run and the blades to rotate unexpectedly, which poses an injury hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop using the mower and contact Husqvarna for a free repair. The company is directly contacting consumers. For more information, consumers can call Husqvarna toll-free at (877) 257-6921 Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET, or visit www.husqvarna.com and select Customer Support.

The recalled product

Product
Push lawn mowers
Manufacturer
Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A. Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
Category
Consumer Product — Lawn Mowers
Hazard
Affected units
700

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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