CPSC recall 08-256, announced April 25, 2008, covers LawnBott Lawn Mowers (about 530 units). The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of the lawn mower could allow room for a consumer's foot to go beyond the shield and be struck by the blade. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the recalled LawnBott lawn mowers immediately and contact Kyodo America to register their lawn mowers for repairs that will be ready by the end of June. Recall contact: call (877) 465-9636, or go to www.lawnbott.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: LB2000, LB2100, LB3000, LB3200.
Which products are included?
This recall involves LawnBott lawn mowers with model numbers LB2000, LB2100, LB3000, and LB3200. The robotic lawn mowers freely and automatically cut grass by detecting the signal of a perimeter cable. The mowers have a docking station for recharging and a shiny plastic cover sold in red, green or blue. "Evolution" or "deluxe" is printed on the side of the mower.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of the lawn mower could allow room for a consumer's foot to go beyond the shield and be struck by the blade. Both instances pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Kyodo America has received one report of a consumer lifting the mower from the ground and suffered minor lacerations from the moving blade.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled LawnBott lawn mowers immediately and contact Kyodo America to register their lawn mowers for repairs that will be ready by the end of June. Consumers who have registered their mower with Kyodo America have been sent direct notification by mail.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- LawnBott Lawn
- Manufacturer
- Zucchetti Centro Sistemi S.p.A., of Italy
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 08-256
- Units
- About 530
- Manufactured in
- Italy
- Sold at / sales period
- Kyodo America dealers nationwide from January 2006 through December 2007 for between $1,750 and $2,750.
- Importer
- Kyodo America Industries Co. LTD., of Lawrenceville, Ga.
LawnBott Lawn Mowers
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Kyodo America at (877) 465-9636 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lawnbott.com
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