Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 29, 2011
Exmark Recalls Pioneer S-Series Mowers Due to Crash Hazard
Welds on the motion control linkage can fail and cause the driver to lose control of the machine, resulting in a crash hazard.
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Exmark Manufacturing Company, of Beatrice, Neb. recalled 2011 Exmark Pioneer S-Series zero radius turn riding mowers with red, welded, tubular ste… - a moderate-severity action.
Exmark Recalls Pioneer S-Series Mowers Due to Crash Hazard was recalled by Exmark Manufacturing Company, of Beatrice, Neb. in March 29, 2011. Reason: Welds on the motion control linkage can fail and cause the driver to lose control of the machine, resulting i…. Remedy: Consumers should contact their Exmark dealer to have the improperly welded parts replaced.. Verify recall #11730 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Exmark Manufacturing Company, of Beatrice, Neb. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Welds on the motion control linkage can fail and cause the driver to lose control of the machine, resulting i….
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 29, 2011
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11730 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #11730) was formally reported on March 29, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Exmark Manufacturing Company, of Beatrice, Neb. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 750 products.
The documented reason for this recall is: Welds on the motion control linkage can fail and cause the driver to lose control of the machine, resulting in a crash 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 should contact their Exmark dealer to have the improperly welded parts replaced. - 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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Where this recall sits in its category - 3,056 household products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
About 750 products
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
2011 Exmark Pioneer S-Series zero radius turn riding mowers with red, welded, tubular steel frames and mowing decks in three sizes - 44, 48 and 52 inches. Operators use two levers to control the mowers. The name Exmark is on the front of the seat mount and the name Pioneer is on the front of the floor pan. Mowers with the following model and serial number ranges are affected by this recall: Model Serial Number Range PNS20KA443 928367 to 947833 PNS22KA483 928417 to 949985 PNS24KA523 928492 to 950315 The model name and serial numbers are located on the seat mount near where the driver's right foot rests on the floorpan.
Reason for recall
Welds on the motion control linkage can fail and cause the driver to lose control of the machine, resulting in a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should contact their Exmark dealer to have the improperly welded parts replaced.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11730 |
| Date reported | March 29, 2011 |
| Date initiated | March 29, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Exmark Manufacturing Company, of Beatrice, Neb. |
| Affected scope | About 750 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 contact their Exmark dealer to have the improperly welded parts replaced.
- Check the recall number (11730) 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? ▼
2011 Exmark Pioneer S-Series zero radius turn riding mowers with red, welded, tubular steel frames and mowing decks in three sizes - 44, 48 and 52 inches. Operators use two levers to control the mowers. The name Exmark is on the front of the seat mount and the name Pioneer is on the front of the floor pan. Mowers with the following model and serial number ranges are affected by this recall: Model Serial Number Range PNS20KA443 928367 to 947833 PNS22KA483 928417 to 949985 PNS24KA523 928492 to 950315 The model name and serial numbers are located on the seat mount near where the driver's right foot rests on the floorpan.. Recalled by Exmark Manufacturing Company, of Beatrice, Neb.. Units affected: About 750 products.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Welds on the motion control linkage can fail and cause the driver to lose control of the machine, resulting in a crash hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should contact their Exmark dealer to have the improperly welded parts replaced.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 29, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11730.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (11730) 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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