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CPSC recall · Reported March 4, 2003

CPSC, Murray Inc. Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Tractors

The fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.

Recall #
03089
Affected scope
About 270,000
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Murray Inc., of Brentwood, Tenn. recalled The recalled lawn tractors were sold under the MURRAY® and STANLEY® brand names and have … - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Murray Inc. Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Tractors was recalled by Murray Inc., of Brentwood, Tenn. in March 4, 2003. Reason: The fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these lawn tractors immediately and discard or destroy the pr…. Verify recall #03089 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Murray Inc., of Brentwood, Tenn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers..

Moderate
severity level
March 4, 2003
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03089 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #03089) was formally reported on March 4, 2003. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Murray Inc., of Brentwood, Tenn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 270,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a burn and fire hazard 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 lawn tractors immediately and discard or destroy the product. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 270,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled lawn tractors were sold under the MURRAY® and STANLEY® brand names and have 38-, 40-, 42-, 46-, and 52-inch cutting decks. The brand name is printed on the front or side of the lawn tractor and the model number can be found on a nameplate under the seat. The following models are included in this recall: 405014X92 405015X92 40508X92 425007X92 42515X92 42516X92 425302X92 425303X92 425614X92 42576X92 465305X92 465603X92 46581X92 425605X692 465606X692 525607X692 405002X8 425003X8 425008X8 425009X8 42544X8 38560X181 42583X6 465616X6 40541 465617 40541X99 425611X99 465612X99 465615X99 465622X99 425003X71 465619X71 465620X71

Reason for recall

The fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these lawn tractors immediately and discard or destroy the product. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 03089
Date reported March 4, 2003
Date initiated March 4, 2003
Recalling firm Murray Inc., of Brentwood, Tenn.
Affected scope About 270,000
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 lawn tractors immediately and discard or destroy the product. The firm is out of business and a…

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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?
The recalled lawn tractors were sold under the MURRAY® and STANLEY® brand names and have 38-, 40-, 42-, 46-, and 52-inch cutting decks. The brand name is printed on the front or side of the lawn tractor and the model number can be found on a nameplate under the seat. The following models are included in this recall: 405014X92 405015X92 40508X92 425007X92 42515X92 42516X92 425302X92 425303X92 425614X92 42576X92 465305X92 465603X92 46581X92 425605X692 465606X692 525607X692 405002X8 425003X8 425008X8 425009X8 42544X8 38560X181 42583X6 465616X6 40541 465617 40541X99 425611X99 465612X99 465615X99 465622X99 425003X71 465619X71 465620X71. Recalled by Murray Inc., of Brentwood, Tenn.. Units affected: About 270,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these lawn tractors immediately and discard or destroy the product. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 4, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03089.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (03089) 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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