CPSC recall 03-522, announced February 13, 2003, covers Exmark Manufacturing Riding lawn mowers (about 1,500 units). The engines for these products had fuel lines that were too long and could possibly droop and come in contact with moving parts, which can cut the fuel lines, resulting in fuel leakage. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should stop using their lawn mowers until the fuel lines can be shortened. Recall contact: call (800) 638-9788, or go to www.exmark.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The 20-horsepower mowers are as follows: Model Serial Range Description LHP4420KC 320,000-369,999 20 hp 44" cut zero-turn radius mower LHP4820KC 320,000-369,999 20 hp 48" cut zero-turn radius mower LHP5220KC 320,000-369,999 20 hp 52" cut zero-turn radius mower The model and serial number can be found on an aluminum plate riveted to the unit chassis below and to the rear of the deck lift lever pivot point on the right side of the unit.
Why it was recalled
The engines for these products had fuel lines that were too long and could possibly droop and come in contact with moving parts, which can cut the fuel lines, resulting in fuel leakage.
Incidents and injuries
Exmark has received two reports of fuel leaks, with no reports of fires or injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using their lawn mowers until the fuel lines can be shortened. Registered owners should already have received a letter with enclosed instruction sheet and reply card for this modification. For a copy of an instruction sheet detailing the modification or for a free repair, contact your Exmark dealer or call Exmark. No parts are necessary for this modification.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Exmark Manufacturing
- Manufacturer
- Exmark Manufacturing, of Beatrice, Nebraska
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 03-522
- Units
- About 1,500
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Exmark dealers sold these mowers nationwide, from August 2001 through August 2002, for between $6,600 and $7,000.
Riding lawn mowers
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Recall contact information
Call Exmark at (800) 638-9788 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.exmark.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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