CPSC recall 04-009, announced October 15, 2003, covers Honda Harmony Walk-Behind Lawnmowers (30,000 units). If the lawnmower strikes an object with sufficient force, the crankshaft can bend. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Honda Lawn and Garden dealers will repair these mowers by replacing the Roto-stop™ mechanism. Recall contact: call (800) 426-7701, or go to www.hondapowerequipment.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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: HRB216TXA, HRB216HXA.
Which products are included?
These are Honda Harmony 21-inch, walk-behind mowers with model numbers HRB216TXA or HRB216HXA. The model numbers are located on a metal plate behind the engine, just in front of the rear discharge opening. These black and red mowers have "Honda Harmony" printed in white on the front.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
If the lawnmower strikes an object with sufficient force, the crankshaft can bend. Vibration created by a bent crankshaft can eventually result in a fatigue failure of the Roto-stop™ blade brake control assembly. This can allow the cutting blade to continue rotating after the blade control lever is released, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
American Honda has received six reports of broken stop plates. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Official remedy
Honda Lawn and Garden dealers will repair these mowers by replacing the Roto-stop™ mechanism.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Honda Power Equipment Manufacturing
- Manufacturer
- Honda Power Equipment Manufacturing Inc., of Swepsonville, N.C.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 04-009
- Units
- 30,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Power Equipment dealers and Home Depot stores nationwide from November 2000 through June 2003 for between $700 and $760.
Honda Harmony Walk-Behind Lawnmowers
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Recall contact information
To locate a servicing Honda Lawn and Garden dealer, consumers should call American Honda at (800) 426-7701 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or go to the website at www.hondapowerequipment.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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