CPSC recall · Reported October 22, 2003
CPSC, Husqvarna Forest and Garden Co. Announce Recall to Repair Lawn Mowers
A loose blade bolt could cause the blade to come loose or the blade adapter to crack, resulting in the blade falling off. Should this condition occur, the operator or a bystander …
Husqvarna Forest and Garden Company, of Charlotte, N.c. recalled The walk-behind lawn mowers are gas-powered and have an orange body with a black push-han….
CPSC, Husqvarna Forest and Garden Co. Announce Recall to Repair Lawn Mowers was recalled by Husqvarna Forest and Garden Company, of Charlotte, N.c. in October 22, 2003. Reason: A loose blade bolt could cause the blade to come loose or the blade adapter to crack, resulting in the blade …. Remedy: Contact Husqvarna technical support representatives to receive a free service kit includi…. Verify recall #04013 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Husqvarna Forest and Garden Company, of Charlotte, N.c. issued this CPSC recall-A loose blade bolt could cause the blade to come loose or the blade adapter to crack, resulting in the blade ….
- None
- agency class
- 10K units
- affected scope
- October 22, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The walk-behind lawn mowers are gas-powered and have an orange body with a black push-handle. They are capable of being operated with or without a bag attachment. The model number and serial number can be found on a decal mounted above the left rear wheel axle.
Reason for recall
A loose blade bolt could cause the blade to come loose or the blade adapter to crack, resulting in the blade falling off. Should this condition occur, the operator or a bystander could be injured.
Remedy, what to do
Contact Husqvarna technical support representatives to receive a free service kit including a new blade adapter, blade bolt, and associated hardware with a complimentary blade to be installed by a Husqvarna dealer.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04013 |
| Date reported | October 22, 2003 |
| Date initiated | October 22, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Husqvarna Forest and Garden Company, of Charlotte, N.c. |
| Affected scope | 9,900 |
| 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
Contact Husqvarna technical support representatives to receive a free service kit including a new blade adapter, blade bolt, and …
- Check the recall number (04013) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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