CPSC recall 03-523, announced February 13, 2003, covers Toro zero-turn riding lawn mowers (about 400 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. Consumers should stop using their lawn mowers until the fuel lines can be shortened. Recall contact: call 1-800-718-8995, or go to www.toro.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 CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The 20-horsepower mowers are as follows: Model Serial Range Description 74178 220000101-220010095 20 hp 52" cut zero-turn radius mower 74178 230000101-230000150 20 hp 52" cut zero-turn radius mower The model number can be found on a silver identification plate attached to the frame of the lawn mower near the right hand drive wheel.
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
Toro has received no reports of fuel leaks, 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. Contact Toro or a Toro dealer for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Toro zero-turn riding lawn
- Manufacturer
- The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 03-523
- Units
- About 400
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Toro dealers sold these mowers nationwide, from August 2001 through August 2002, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price between $8306 and $8528.
Toro zero-turn riding lawn mowers
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Recall contact information
Contact Toro at 1-800-718-8995 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or contact a Toro dealer for a free repair. For more information, contact Toro or visit the firm's website at www.toro.com
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