CPSC recall 15-755, announced September 30, 2015, covers Shivvers Manufacturing Riding lawn mowers (about 450 units). The gas cap threads do not align with threads of the fuel tanks opening, which can allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the lawn mowers and contact a Country Clipper Dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call 800-344-8237, or go to www.countryclipper.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 model number is located on a silver metal plate on the mower's side rail.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Edge, Edge XLT and Wrangler lawn mowers. The red riding lawn mowers have a gray seat with a foam cushion, black arm rests and either black or gray joystick or twin lever steering. "Country Clipper" and the model name appear in black letters on the front under the seat and on the sides of the lawn mower. Recalled Country Clipper model numbers are as follows. The model number is located on a silver metal plate on the mower's side rail. Edge Edge XLT Wrangler 2348KOJ-410 2448KAJ-455 1841KAJ-140 2452KAJ-410 2452KAJ-455 2348KOJ-140 2652KOJ-410 1452KAT-455 2352KOJ-140 21548KAJ-410 2460KAJ-455 21548KAJ-140 2460KAT-455 21552KAJ-140 2648KOJ-455 2652KOJ-455 2660KOZJ-455
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The gas cap threads do not align with threads of the fuel tanks opening, which can allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the lawn mowers and contact a Country Clipper Dealer to schedule a free repair. Shivvers is contacting owners of the recalled lawn mowers directly.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 15-755
- Units
- About 450
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Country Clipper lawn mower dealerships nationwide from June 2015 to September 2015 for between $4,000 and $6,600.
Riding lawn mowers
CPSC product type: Riding Lawn Mowers
Recall contact information
Country Clipper at 800-344-8237 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.countryclipper.com and click on "Recall" on the left side of the page for more information.
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