Recall #16-043 · Published November 24, 2015

2015 Exmark Quest Riding Mowers

Exmark Recalls Quest Riding Mowers Due to a Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for 2015 Exmark Quest Riding Mowers from 2015 Exmark Quest Riding on November 24, 2015. CPSC identifies this hazard: The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an Exmark dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered mowers will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact an Exmark Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.

Exmark 2015 Quest Riding Mower
Exmark 2015 Quest Riding Mower
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What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

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.

Additional identifying details

The model number and serial number are located on a decal affixed to the frame, under the seat.

Why it was recalled

The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

The firm reported one incident of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an Exmark dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered mowers will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact an Exmark Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
16-043
Units
About 500 (in addition, about six were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Hardware, lawn and garden stores nationwide from November 2014 through October 2015 for about $3,700.
Distributor
Exmark Manufacturing Co. Inc., of Beatrice, Neb.

2015 Exmark Quest Riding Mowers

CPSC product type: Riding Lawn Mowers

Recall contact information

Exmark toll-free at 800-667-5296 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.exmark.com and click on "Service & Support" at the top of the page, then on "Safety", then on "Recalls" for more information.

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