CPSC recall · Reported July 8, 2009
Husqvarna Recalls Lawn Tractors; Parking Brake Failure Can Cause Loss of Control
The tractor's parking brake can fail posing a loss of control hazard.
Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a. Inc., of Augusta, Ga. recalled The recalled Craftsman power lawn tractor is gray colored, has 19.5 HP engine, automatic ….
Husqvarna Recalls Lawn Tractors; Parking Brake Failure Can Cause Loss of Control was recalled by Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a. Inc., of Augusta, Ga. in July 8, 2009. Reason: The tractor's parking brake can fail posing a loss of control hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled tractors immediately and contact Sears for a fre…. Verify recall #09751 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a. Inc., of Augusta, Ga. issued this CPSC recall-The tractor's parking brake can fail posing a loss of control hazard..
- None
- agency class
- July 8, 2009
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09751 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 recalled Craftsman power lawn tractor is gray colored, has 19.5 HP engine, automatic drive, and a 42 inch cutting deck. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall. The model and serial numbers are located on a model plate under the tractor's seat. Models Craftsman 917.289080 Craftsman 917.289081 Serial Numbers 012709A001000 through 031209D999999
Reason for recall
The tractor's parking brake can fail posing a loss of control hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled tractors immediately and contact Sears for a free inspection at your home and, if necessary, a free repair of the parking brake cable. Sears is directly contacting consumers who purchased this product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09751 |
| Date reported | July 8, 2009 |
| Date initiated | July 8, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a. Inc., of Augusta, Ga. |
| Affected scope | About 8,200 |
| 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 tractors immediately and contact Sears for a free inspection at your home and, if necess…
- Check the recall number (09751) 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
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