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The model number and serial number can be found on a decal mounted above the left rear wheel axle.
Why it was recalled
A loose blade bolt could cause the blade to come loose or the blade adapter to crack, resulting in the blade falling off. Should this condition occur, the operator or a bystander could be injured.
Incidents and injuries
Husqvarna has received 15 reports of blades coming off, 41 reports of loose blades and one report of a consumer being struck in the toe by a blade.
Official remedy
Contact Husqvarna technical support representatives to receive a free service kit including a new blade adapter, blade bolt, and associated hardware with a complimentary blade to be installed by a Husqvarna dealer.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Husqvarna Forest and Garden Company, of Charlotte, N.C.
- Recall number
- 04-013
- Units
- 9,900
- Manufactured in
- United Kingdom
- Sold at / sales period
- The mowers were distributed by Husqvarna dealerships and Lowe's Home Improvement Centers, from December 2002 through August 2003, for about $500.
Husqvarna Royal 53S or ROY53INTEK Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers with serial numbers between 24600001 to 31000205
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Recall contact information
Husqvarna technical support representatives between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday at (800) 448-7543 Ext. 3.
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Publication and verification
Recall published
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