CPSC recall · Reported December 6, 2004
CPSC, Electrolux Home Products Inc. Announce Recall of Husqvarna Lawn Tractors
These lawn tractors can develop abrasions on the fuel tank because of the fuel line clamp's location. This can result in a fuel tank leak, which could pose a fire hazard to consum…
Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Orangeburg, S.c. recalled These Husqvarna 18.5 horsepower, hydrostatic transmission, 42-inch cutting deck, lawn tra….
CPSC, Electrolux Home Products Inc. Announce Recall of Husqvarna Lawn Tractors was recalled by Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Orangeburg, S.c. in December 6, 2004. Reason: These lawn tractors can develop abrasions on the fuel tank because of the fuel line clamp's location. This ca…. Remedy: Consumers who have one of the recalled lawn tractors should contact an authorized Husqvar…. Verify recall #05061 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Orangeburg, S.c. issued this CPSC recall-These lawn tractors can develop abrasions on the fuel tank because of the fuel line clamp's location. This ca….
- None
- agency class
- 5K units
- affected scope
- December 6, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05061 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, 3 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
These Husqvarna 18.5 horsepower, hydrostatic transmission, 42-inch cutting deck, lawn tractors are gasoline-powered and are designed for residential use. The recall involves models LTH18542A and LTH18542B and includes all serial numbers. The model plate with the model number information is found under the seat.
Reason for recall
These lawn tractors can develop abrasions on the fuel tank because of the fuel line clamp's location. This can result in a fuel tank leak, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers who have one of the recalled lawn tractors should contact an authorized Husqvarna service provider in your area, which will provide a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05061 |
| Date reported | December 6, 2004 |
| Date initiated | December 6, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Orangeburg, S.c. |
| Affected scope | 5,280 |
| 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 who have one of the recalled lawn tractors should contact an authorized Husqvarna service provider in your area, which …
- Check the recall number (05061) 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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