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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 …

Recall #
04013
Affected scope
9,900
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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.

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.

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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

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
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.

Scale of Impact

9,900 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

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
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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by Husqvarna Forest and Garden Company, of Charlotte, N.c.. Units affected: 9,900.
Why was this product recalled?
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.
What should consumers 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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 22, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04013.
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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