CPSC recall 02-506, announced November 16, 2001, covers Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding lawn mowers (174 units). The fuel tank could leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers. The notice cites 11 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the mowers immediately and contact Grasshopper to arrange for installation of a replacement fuel tank, at no charge. Recall contact: call (800) 337-0289.
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Which products are included?
The recall involves Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding mowers with serial numbers 5110281 through 5210414. Serial numbers are located on the right fender, under the seat.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fuel tank could leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Grasshopper has received 11 reports of leaking fuel tanks on these lawnmowers. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the mowers immediately and contact Grasshopper to arrange for installation of a replacement fuel tank, at no charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding lawn
- Manufacturer
- The Grasshopper Co.. of Moundridge, Kan.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 02-506
- Units
- 174
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty lawn and garden shops sold these riding mowers nationwide, from August 2000 through September 2001, for about $8,000.
Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding lawn mowers
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Recall contact information
Consumers may contact Grasshopper at (800) 337-0289 between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm CT Monday thru Friday.
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