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CPSC recall · Reported July 11, 2006

Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc. Recalls Lawn Tractors for Fire Hazard

The fuel line on these lawn tractors can separate from the fuel tank outlet. If this occurs, fuel will spill out, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
06207
Affected scope
About 174,000
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Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga., formerly known as Electrolux recalled The lawn tractors were sold under the Husqvarna, Craftsman, Poulan Pro, Poulan, Weed Eate… - a moderate-severity action.

Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc. Recalls Lawn Tractors for Fire Hazard was recalled by Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga., formerly known as Electrolux in July 11, 2006. Reason: The fuel line on these lawn tractors can separate from the fuel tank outlet. If this occurs, fuel will spill …. Remedy: Consumers with recalled tractors should immediately stop using the tractor and contact th…. Verify recall #06207 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga., formerly known as Electrolux issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The fuel line on these lawn tractors can separate from the fuel tank outlet. If this occurs, fuel will spill ….

Moderate
severity level
July 11, 2006
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06207 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #06207) was formally reported on July 11, 2006. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga., formerly known as Electrolux is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 174,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The fuel line on these lawn tractors can separate from the fuel tank outlet. If this occurs, fuel will spill out, posing a fire hazard. 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 with recalled tractors should immediately stop using the tractor and contact the applicable firm to schedule a free repair. - 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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 174,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The lawn tractors were sold under the Husqvarna, Craftsman, Poulan Pro, Poulan, Weed Eater, Southern States and Murray brand names. Recalled tractors' product, model and serial numbers are listed in the chart below. To determine if a tractor is included in the recall, check the lawn tractors' product, model and serial numbers, located on a label under the seat of the tractor. Brand Product Number Model Number Serial Number Range Service Center Craftsman® NA 917.27662 917.27663 917.27618 917.27664 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (800) 659-5917 Monday through Saturday between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET. www.sears.com NA 917.27535 917.27639 917.27640 917.27641 917.27678 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX Husqvarna® 960430003 00 YT1942T 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 721-6091 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET www.husqvarna.com 960130019 00 LT16542 090905-X00XXXX through 062206- X00X`XXX Murray 960120058 00 960120059 00 MB12538LT MB1842LT 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Poulan® 960420026 00 C20H42YT 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET www.poulan.com 960120043 00 960120044 00 960120044 01 960120044 02 960120045 00 960120045 01 960120053 00 960170004 00 PO12538LT PB1638LT PB1638LT PB1638LT PB1842LT PB1842LT PB185H42LT PB18H42LT 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX Poulan Pro® 960420020 00 960420008 00 960420009 00 960420016 00 PB19H42YT PB20H42YT PK20H42YT XT19H42YT 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET www.poulan.com 960160013 00 960160013 01 960120060 00 HD17542 HD17542 XT185H42LT 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX Southern States 960420011 00 SO20H42YT 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET 960120054 00 960120055 00 960120057 01 SO1638LT SO17542LT SO19H42LT 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX Weed Eater® 960160014 00 960160014 02 HD13538 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET www.weedeater.com

Reason for recall

The fuel line on these lawn tractors can separate from the fuel tank outlet. If this occurs, fuel will spill out, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers with recalled tractors should immediately stop using the tractor and contact the applicable firm to schedule a free repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 06207
Date reported July 11, 2006
Date initiated July 11, 2006
Recalling firm Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga., formerly known as Electrolux
Affected scope About 174,000
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 with recalled tractors should immediately stop using the tractor and contact the applicable firm to schedule a free rep…

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The lawn tractors were sold under the Husqvarna, Craftsman, Poulan Pro, Poulan, Weed Eater, Southern States and Murray brand names. Recalled tractors' product, model and serial numbers are listed in the chart below. To determine if a tractor is included in the recall, check the lawn tractors' product, model and serial numbers, located on a label under the seat of the tractor. Brand Product Number Model Number Serial Number Range Service Center Craftsman® NA 917.27662 917.27663 917.27618 917.27664 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (800) 659-5917 Monday through Saturday between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET. www.sears.com NA 917.27535 917.27639 917.27640 917.27641 917.27678 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX Husqvarna® 960430003 00 YT1942T 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 721-6091 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET www.husqvarna.com 960130019 00 LT16542 090905-X00XXXX through 062206- X00X`XXX Murray 960120058 00 960120059 00 MB12538LT MB1842LT 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Poulan® 960420026 00 C20H42YT 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET www.poulan.com 960120043 00 960120044 00 960120044 01 960120044 02 960120045 00 960120045 01 960120053 00 960170004 00 PO12538LT PB1638LT PB1638LT PB1638LT PB1842LT PB1842LT PB185H42LT PB18H42LT 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX Poulan Pro® 960420020 00 960420008 00 960420009 00 960420016 00 PB19H42YT PB20H42YT PK20H42YT XT19H42YT 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET www.poulan.com 960160013 00 960160013 01 960120060 00 HD17542 HD17542 XT185H42LT 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX Southern States 960420011 00 SO20H42YT 120905-X00XXXX through 061606-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET 960120054 00 960120055 00 960120057 01 SO1638LT SO17542LT SO19H42LT 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX Weed Eater® 960160014 00 960160014 02 HD13538 090905-X00XXXX through 062206-X00XXXX (866) 284-8872 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET www.weedeater.com. Recalled by Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga., formerly known as Electrolux. Units affected: About 174,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The fuel line on these lawn tractors can separate from the fuel tank outlet. If this occurs, fuel will spill out, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers with recalled tractors should immediately stop using the tractor and contact the applicable firm to schedule a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 11, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06207.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (06207) 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 July 11, 2006. 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.