CPSC recall · Reported April 4, 2006
Tecumseh Engines Used on Various Power Equipment Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
The fuel line on these engines can become loose or disconnected, resulting in a fuel leak. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Tecumseh Power Co., Grafton, Wis. recalled The recall includes power equipment with Tecumseh engines listed below. The engine model ….
Tecumseh Engines Used on Various Power Equipment Recalled Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Tecumseh Power Co., Grafton, Wis. in April 4, 2006. Reason: The fuel line on these engines can become loose or disconnected, resulting in a fuel leak. This can pose a fi…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using their equipment until they receive a free inspection and poss…. Verify recall #06130 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Tecumseh Power Co., Grafton, Wis. issued this CPSC recall-The fuel line on these engines can become loose or disconnected, resulting in a fuel leak. This can pose a fi….
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- April 4, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06130 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
The recall includes power equipment with Tecumseh engines listed below. The engine model number and date of manufacture (DOM) information is located on a label on the side of the housing. The recalled engines have a date of manufacture code (DOM) that starts with 05241 to 05286. The label on the engine reads, "Tecumseh Power Company," and in addition to the Model and DOM information, lists the Spec number needed for identification. Power Equipment Brand Names Two-Stage Snow Throwers Ariens, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Huskee, Husqvarna, MTD Gold Series, Murray, Toro, Poulan Pro,Troy-Bilt, White Outdoor, Yard Machines, Yard Man Log Splitters Yard Machines Ice Augers and Post Hole Diggers Jiffy, Eskimo, Earthquake, Hoffco, MEPCO Fun-Karts Carter Brothers, Ken Bar Generators Coleman Powermate, NorthStar Lawn Vac/Chipper Agri-Fab, Craftsman Lawn Mower Toro String Trimmers Ariens
Reason for recall
The fuel line on these engines can become loose or disconnected, resulting in a fuel leak. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using their equipment until they receive a free inspection and possible repair if necessary. Note: Never store engine with fuel in tank in a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryer, electric motors, etc.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06130 |
| Date reported | April 4, 2006 |
| Date initiated | April 4, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Tecumseh Power Co., Grafton, Wis. |
| Affected scope | About 170,000 engines used on various products |
| 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 their equipment until they receive a free inspection and possible repair if necessary. Note: Never st…
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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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