Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 30, 2011
Mowers Recalled by The Toro Company Due to Injury Hazard
Mowers with the optional deluxe seat have an operator presence switch built into the seat that can activate the mower when the operator vacates the seat, posing an injury hazard f…
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The Toro Company, Bloomington, Minn. recalled These mowers are large commercial duty ZRT (zero radius turn) mowers with 52" to 72" cutt… - a moderate-severity action.
Mowers Recalled by The Toro Company Due to Injury Hazard was recalled by The Toro Company, Bloomington, Minn. in March 30, 2011. Reason: Mowers with the optional deluxe seat have an operator presence switch built into the seat that can activate t…. Remedy: If your machine has the optional deluxe seat installed, which is light gray with adjustme…. Verify recall #11731 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Toro Company, Bloomington, Minn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Mowers with the optional deluxe seat have an operator presence switch built into the seat that can activate t….
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 30, 2011
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11731 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #11731) was formally reported on March 30, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The Toro Company, Bloomington, Minn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3700 U.S. and 109 in Canada.
The documented reason for this recall is: Mowers with the optional deluxe seat have an operator presence switch built into the seat that can activate the mower when the operator vacates the seat, posing an injury hazard from the blade to the operator and anyone… 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: If your machine has the optional deluxe seat installed, which is light gray with adjustment knob on the front, contact Toro to have modification instructions sent to you. Consumers can make that modi… - 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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Affected scope
About 3700 U.S. and 109 in Canada
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
These mowers are large commercial duty ZRT (zero radius turn) mowers with 52" to 72" cutting decks. They have light gray seats with an adjustment knob in the front of the bottom of the seat. Model Numbers Serial Numbers 74264 260000001-260999999 74265 260000001-260999999 74266 270000001-280999999 74267 270000001-280999999 74274 270000001-280999999 74253 270000001-280999999 74254 270000001-280999999
Reason for recall
Mowers with the optional deluxe seat have an operator presence switch built into the seat that can activate the mower when the operator vacates the seat, posing an injury hazard from the blade to the operator and anyone in the vicinity of the mower.
Remedy, what to do
If your machine has the optional deluxe seat installed, which is light gray with adjustment knob on the front, contact Toro to have modification instructions sent to you. Consumers can make that modification themselves, or contact any Toro Dealer to have it completed for them at no charge.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11731 |
| Date reported | March 30, 2011 |
| Date initiated | March 30, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | The Toro Company, Bloomington, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 3700 U.S. and 109 in Canada |
| 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
If your machine has the optional deluxe seat installed, which is light gray with adjustment knob on the front, contact Toro to ha…
- Check the recall number (11731) 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? ▼
These mowers are large commercial duty ZRT (zero radius turn) mowers with 52" to 72" cutting decks. They have light gray seats with an adjustment knob in the front of the bottom of the seat. Model Numbers Serial Numbers 74264 260000001-260999999 74265 260000001-260999999 74266 270000001-280999999 74267 270000001-280999999 74274 270000001-280999999 74253 270000001-280999999 74254 270000001-280999999. Recalled by The Toro Company, Bloomington, Minn.. Units affected: About 3700 U.S. and 109 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Mowers with the optional deluxe seat have an operator presence switch built into the seat that can activate the mower when the operator vacates the seat, posing an injury hazard from the blade to the operator and anyone in the vicinity of the mower.
What should consumers do? ▼
If your machine has the optional deluxe seat installed, which is light gray with adjustment knob on the front, contact Toro to have modification instructions sent to you. Consumers can make that modification themselves, or contact any Toro Dealer to have it completed for them at no charge.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 30, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11731.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (11731) 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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