Recall #16-044 · Published November 24, 2015

2015 Toro TimeCutter Riding Mowers

Toro Recalls TimeCutter Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for 2015 Toro TimeCutter Riding Mowers from 2015 Toro TimeCutter 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 the nearest Toro dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered machines will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact a Toro Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.

Toro TimeCutter Riding Mower
Toro TimeCutter Riding Mower
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What to check on the product label

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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 has reported five incidents of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

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

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
16-044
Units
About 8,600 (in addition, about 400 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Home Depot and other hardware, lawn and garden stores nationwide from November 2014 through October 2015 for about $3,400.
Distributor
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.

2015 Toro TimeCutter Riding Mowers

CPSC product type: Riding Lawn Mowers

Recall contact information

Toro toll-free at 844-521-2384 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.toro.com and click on "Safety" at the bottom of the page, then "Product Recall Information" for more information.

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