Recall #02-506 · Published November 16, 2001

Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding lawn mowers

CPSC, The Grasshopper Company Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mowers

CPSC published a recall notice for Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding lawn mowers from Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding lawn on November 16, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: The fuel tank could leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the mowers immediately and contact Grasshopper to arrange for installation of a replacement fuel tank, at no charge.

Recalled Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding lawn mower
Recalled Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding lawn mower
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Why 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

Manufacturer
The Grasshopper Co.. of Moundridge, Kan.
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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