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CPSC recall · Reported April 25, 2008

CPSC, Kyodo America Recall LawnBott Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard

The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of the lawn mower could allow room for a consumer's foot to go beyond th…

Recall #
08256
Affected scope
About 530
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Zucchetti Centro Sistemi S.p.A., of Italy recalled This recall involves LawnBott lawn mowers with model numbers LB2000, LB2100, LB3000, and … - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Kyodo America Recall LawnBott Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by Zucchetti Centro Sistemi S.p.A., of Italy in April 25, 2008. Reason: The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled LawnBott lawn mowers immediately and contact Kyo…. Verify recall #08256 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Zucchetti Centro Sistemi S.p.A., of Italy issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of….

Moderate
severity level
April 25, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08256 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #08256) was formally reported on April 25, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Zucchetti Centro Sistemi S.p.A., of Italy is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 530.

The documented reason for this recall is: The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of the lawn mower could allow room for a consumer's foot to go beyond the shield and be struck by the blade. Bot… 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 recalled LawnBott lawn mowers immediately and contact Kyodo America to register their lawn mowers for repairs that will be ready by the end of June. Consumers who have… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 530

Related Recalls

6

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Product description

This recall involves LawnBott lawn mowers with model numbers LB2000, LB2100, LB3000, and LB3200. The robotic lawn mowers freely and automatically cut grass by detecting the signal of a perimeter cable. The mowers have a docking station for recharging and a shiny plastic cover sold in red, green or blue. "Evolution" or "deluxe" is printed on the side of the mower.

Reason for recall

The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of the lawn mower could allow room for a consumer's foot to go beyond the shield and be struck by the blade. Both instances pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled LawnBott lawn mowers immediately and contact Kyodo America to register their lawn mowers for repairs that will be ready by the end of June. Consumers who have registered their mower with Kyodo America have been sent direct notification by mail.

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 08256
Date reported April 25, 2008
Date initiated April 25, 2008
Recalling firm Zucchetti Centro Sistemi S.p.A., of Italy
Affected scope About 530
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 recalled LawnBott lawn mowers immediately and contact Kyodo America to register their lawn mowers…

  • Check the recall number (08256) 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?
This recall involves LawnBott lawn mowers with model numbers LB2000, LB2100, LB3000, and LB3200. The robotic lawn mowers freely and automatically cut grass by detecting the signal of a perimeter cable. The mowers have a docking station for recharging and a shiny plastic cover sold in red, green or blue. "Evolution" or "deluxe" is printed on the side of the mower.. Recalled by Zucchetti Centro Sistemi S.p.A., of Italy. Units affected: About 530.
Why was this product recalled?
The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of the lawn mower could allow room for a consumer's foot to go beyond the shield and be struck by the blade. Both instances pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled LawnBott lawn mowers immediately and contact Kyodo America to register their lawn mowers for repairs that will be ready by the end of June. Consumers who have registered their mower with Kyodo America have been sent direct notification by mail.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 25, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08256.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (08256) 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 April 25, 2008. 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.