Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported December 2, 2003
CPSC, Bachtold Brothers Inc. Announce Recall of Brush Cutters
The operator can come in contact with the rotating blade, even when disengaged, by pulling on the front of the mower deck while the engine is running, posing a serious injury haza…
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Bachtold Brothers Inc., of Gibson City, Ill. recalled The recalled Weed and Brush Cutters have an orange or green body and include the W-24 mod… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Bachtold Brothers Inc. Announce Recall of Brush Cutters was recalled by Bachtold Brothers Inc., of Gibson City, Ill. in December 2, 2003. Reason: The operator can come in contact with the rotating blade, even when disengaged, by pulling on the front of th…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Bachtold if you have the Wh…. Verify recall #04043 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Bachtold Brothers Inc., of Gibson City, Ill. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The operator can come in contact with the rotating blade, even when disengaged, by pulling on the front of th….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 64K units
- affected scope
- December 2, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04043 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #04043) was formally reported on December 2, 2003. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Bachtold Brothers Inc., of Gibson City, Ill. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 63,600.
The documented reason for this recall is: The operator can come in contact with the rotating blade, even when disengaged, by pulling on the front of the mower deck while the engine is running, posing a serious injury 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 the units immediately and contact Bachtold if you have the Whipper or B-800 models or contact Country Home Products if you have the DR Field & Brush model to receive a fre… - 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
63,600
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recalled Weed and Brush Cutters have an orange or green body and include the W-24 models, sold under the Bachtold Whipper, DR Field & Brush Mower, and B-800 (with a 77-100 deck) brand names. The brand name is printed on the drive box between the engine and the left wheel. DR All-Terrain Field & Brush mowers manufactured by Country Home Products are not included in this recall.
Reason for recall
The operator can come in contact with the rotating blade, even when disengaged, by pulling on the front of the mower deck while the engine is running, posing a serious injury hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Bachtold if you have the Whipper or B-800 models or contact Country Home Products if you have the DR Field & Brush model to receive a free repair kit. The repair involves the installation of a mechanism that will shut down the engine if and when the operator takes his/her hands off the handlebar.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04043 |
| Date reported | December 2, 2003 |
| Date initiated | December 2, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Bachtold Brothers Inc., of Gibson City, Ill. |
| Affected scope | 63,600 |
| 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 the units immediately and contact Bachtold if you have the Whipper or B-800 models or contact Country…
- Check the recall number (04043) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled Weed and Brush Cutters have an orange or green body and include the W-24 models, sold under the Bachtold Whipper, DR Field & Brush Mower, and B-800 (with a 77-100 deck) brand names. The brand name is printed on the drive box between the engine and the left wheel. DR All-Terrain Field & Brush mowers manufactured by Country Home Products are not included in this recall.. Recalled by Bachtold Brothers Inc., of Gibson City, Ill.. Units affected: 63,600.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The operator can come in contact with the rotating blade, even when disengaged, by pulling on the front of the mower deck while the engine is running, posing a serious injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Bachtold if you have the Whipper or B-800 models or contact Country Home Products if you have the DR Field & Brush model to receive a free repair kit. The repair involves the installation of a mechanism that will shut down the engine if and when the operator takes his/her hands off the handlebar.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 2, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04043.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (04043) 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 December 2, 2003. 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.