CPSC recall 18-036, announced November 15, 2017, covers Bush Hog HDE riding lawn mowers (about 500 units). The mower blade can separate from the spindle, posing a laceration hazard to the operator or bystanders. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Bush Hog dealer to arrange for a free repair. Recall contact: call 877-873-0145, or go to www.bushhog.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 15-digit serial number includes the manufacture date in digits 9-11.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Bush Hog Zero Turn Radius (ZTR) HDE riding lawn mowers sold in black with gray wheels and gray rollover protection structures (ROPs). HDE is printed on the left side of the unit beneath the seat. The mowers were manufactured on or before August 4, 2017. The manufacturing date is located on a plate on the right rear frame, underneath the fender. The 15-digit serial number includes the manufacture date in digits 9-11. Recalled mowers have a date code that represents the number of days since the beginning of the calendar year of 001 through 216 (January 1 through August 4). Mowers with a yellow bolt fastening the blade to the spindle have already been repaired.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The mower blade can separate from the spindle, posing a laceration hazard to the operator or bystanders.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two reports of blade disengagement during product demonstrations. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Bush Hog dealer to arrange for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bush Hog HDE riding lawn
- Manufacturer
- Bush Hog Inc., of Selma, Ala.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 18-036
- Units
- About 500
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Bush Hog dealers nationwide from February 2017 to September 2017 for between $6,200 and $7,200.
Recall contact information
Bush Hog toll-free at 877-873-0145 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.bushhog.com and click “Safety Recall” for more information.
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