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Exmark Recalls Pioneer S-Series Mowers Due to Crash Hazard

Reported: March 29, 2011 Initiated: March 29, 2011 #11730

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

Consumers should contact their Exmark dealer to have the improperly welded parts replaced.

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.