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CPSC, WCI Outdoor Products Inc. Announce Recall of Lawn Tractors

Reported: November 16, 2001 Initiated: November 16, 2001 #02043

Product Description

The recall involves lawn tractors sold under the brand names Poulan Pro, WEED EATER, Husqvarna and Jonsered. They have the manufacturer ID number and serial date codes listed below, located under the tractor seat on the fender. Brand MFG. ID Number SERIAL Date Service Repair Center Poulan Pro PR1742ST(A)(B)(C)(D) PR17H42ST(A)(B)(C) PR18542ST(A)(B)(C) PR185H42ST(C)(D)Range(MO/DA/YR)110700through082101 (800) 849-1297 www.poulan.com PR20H42ST(B)(C)(D) PRK17G42ST(A)(B) PRK17H42ST(A)(B) (800) 358-1097 www.sears.com WEED EATER S165H42(A) (800) 849-1297 www.poulan.com Husqvarna YTH1542(A)(B)(C) YTH1746(A)(B) (800) 438-7297 www.husqvarna.com Jonsered JNA1542(A) JNA15H42(A) (877) 693-7729

Reason for Recall

The tank in the lawn tractor can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lawn tractors immediately and contact the appropriate service center for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 35,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-WCI-Outdoor-Products-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Lawn-Tractors

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves lawn tractors sold under the brand names Poulan Pro, WEED EATER, Husqvarna and Jonsered. They have the manufacturer ID number and serial date codes listed below, located under the tractor seat on the fender. Brand MFG. ID Number SERIAL Date Service Repair Center Poulan Pro PR1742ST(A)(B)(C)(D) PR17H42ST(A)(B)(C) PR18542ST(A)(B)(C) PR185H42ST(C)(D)Range(MO/DA/YR)110700through082101 (800) 849-1297 www.poulan.com PR20H42ST(B)(C)(D) PRK17G42ST(A)(B) PRK17H42ST(A)(B) (800) 358-1097 www.sears.com WEED EATER S165H42(A) (800) 849-1297 www.poulan.com Husqvarna YTH1542(A)(B)(C) YTH1746(A)(B) (800) 438-7297 www.husqvarna.com Jonsered JNA1542(A) JNA15H42(A) (877) 693-7729. Recalled by WCI Outdoor Products, of Cleveland, Ohio. Units affected: About 35,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The tank in the lawn tractor can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these lawn tractors immediately and contact the appropriate service center for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 16, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02043.

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