Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported August 6, 2002
CPSC, Excel Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mowers
Excessive heat, vibrations and wear causes the fuel line to droop over time and rub against the transmission fan, causing the fuel line to be cut. This poses a fire hazard and a r…
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Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan. recalled This recall involves Hustler "FasTrak" riding mowers with 44- and 52-inch decks. The ridi… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Excel Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mowers was recalled by Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan. in August 6, 2002. Reason: Excessive heat, vibrations and wear causes the fuel line to droop over time and rub against the transmission …. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled riding mowers immediately and contact their lo…. Verify recall #02220 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Excessive heat, vibrations and wear causes the fuel line to droop over time and rub against the transmission ….
- Moderate
- severity level
- August 6, 2002
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02220 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #02220) was formally reported on August 6, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,500.
The documented reason for this recall is: Excessive heat, vibrations and wear causes the fuel line to droop over time and rub against the transmission fan, causing the fuel line to be cut. This poses a fire hazard and a risk of burn injuries to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these recalled riding mowers immediately and contact their local Hustler dealer to determine if their mower is included in the recall. The dealer will reroute the fuel lin… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Vehicles recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 1,500
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Hustler "FasTrak" riding mowers with 44- and 52-inch decks. The riding mowers are yellow and black with the "FasTrak" logo printed on both sides. The model and serial number of the mower can be found on an identification plate, on the left side of the frame in front of the fuel tank, below the operator's platform. This recall also includes products which are produced by Excel for Land Pride, Division of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc., of Salina, KS. Land Pride's product is the "Accu-Z Razor." The riding mowers are beige and black, with the "Razor Z" logo printed on the rear of the unit, and Accu-Z logo printed on both sides. Excel Model Number Excel Serial Number 926501 P01107001 to P01107003 and 01127001 to 02057338 926519 01127008 to 02057218 926527 02027112 926592 01117001 to 02057263 926600 02027111 to 02057243 926774 02047277 to 02057128 Land Pride Model Number Land Pride Serial Number ZR44 & ZR52 337068 - 356620
Reason for recall
Excessive heat, vibrations and wear causes the fuel line to droop over time and rub against the transmission fan, causing the fuel line to be cut. This poses a fire hazard and a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these recalled riding mowers immediately and contact their local Hustler dealer to determine if their mower is included in the recall. The dealer will reroute the fuel line and replace it if necessary.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02220 |
| Date reported | August 6, 2002 |
| Date initiated | August 6, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan. |
| Affected scope | About 1,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these recalled riding mowers immediately and contact their local Hustler dealer to determine if their…
- Check the recall number (02220) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Hustler "FasTrak" riding mowers with 44- and 52-inch decks. The riding mowers are yellow and black with the "FasTrak" logo printed on both sides. The model and serial number of the mower can be found on an identification plate, on the left side of the frame in front of the fuel tank, below the operator's platform. This recall also includes products which are produced by Excel for Land Pride, Division of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc., of Salina, KS. Land Pride's product is the "Accu-Z Razor." The riding mowers are beige and black, with the "Razor Z" logo printed on the rear of the unit, and Accu-Z logo printed on both sides. Excel Model Number Excel Serial Number 926501 P01107001 to P01107003 and 01127001 to 02057338 926519 01127008 to 02057218 926527 02027112 926592 01117001 to 02057263 926600 02027111 to 02057243 926774 02047277 to 02057128 Land Pride Model Number Land Pride Serial Number ZR44 & ZR52 337068 - 356620. Recalled by Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan.. Units affected: About 1,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Excessive heat, vibrations and wear causes the fuel line to droop over time and rub against the transmission fan, causing the fuel line to be cut. This poses a fire hazard and a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these recalled riding mowers immediately and contact their local Hustler dealer to determine if their mower is included in the recall. The dealer will reroute the fuel line and replace it if necessary.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 6, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02220.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (02220) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported August 6, 2002. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.