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CPSC recall · Reported September 25, 2014

Shivvers Recalls Country Clipper Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

The ignition module can fail to ground, resulting in overheating and melting, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
14282
Affected scope
About 1,650 in the U.S. and 261 in Canada
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Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa recalled This recall involves model year 2012, 2013 and 2014 Country Clipper riding lawn mowers. T… - a moderate-severity action.

Shivvers Recalls Country Clipper Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa in September 25, 2014. Reason: The ignition module can fail to ground, resulting in overheating and melting, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Country Cl…. Verify recall #14282 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The ignition module can fail to ground, resulting in overheating and melting, posing a fire hazard..

Moderate
severity level
September 25, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14282 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #14282) was formally reported on September 25, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,650 in the U.S. and 261 in Canada.

The documented reason for this recall is: The ignition module can fail to ground, resulting in overheating and melting, posing a fire 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 immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Country Clipper dealer to schedule a free repair. - 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 1,650 in the U.S. and 261 in Canada

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves model year 2012, 2013 and 2014 Country Clipper riding lawn mowers. The recalled mowers are equipped with 27-horsepower Kohler Command CV740 or Kohler Courage SV740 twin cylinder engines. The Command engine is dark gray and has the name and model number on a label on the side of the engine near the air filter. The Courage engine has a black engine shroud and has the name and model number on the top of the shroud. The recalled mowers are steered by either a joystick or two steering arms. The recalled mowers were manufactured from October 2011 to May 2014 and include the model names Challenger, Charger, Edge, Jazee, Jazee Pro and Jazee Pro DLX. The following model years and model numbers are recalled: Model Year 2012 Model Year 2013 Model Year 2014 2748KOJ-SR225 2752KOJ-SR400 2752KOJ-505 2748KOJ-SR375 2752KOJ-SR500 2752KOT-505 2748KOT-SR225 2752KOT-SR400 2760KOJ-505 2752KOJ-SR225 2752KOT-SR500 2760KOJ-1035 2752KOJ-SR375 2760KOJ-SR400 2760KOJ-1505 2752KOJL-SR375 2760KOJ-SR500 2760KOT-505 2752KOT-SR225 2760KOJ-SR1030 2760KOT-1035 2752KOT-SR375 2760KOJ-SR1500 2760KOT-1505 2760KOHJ-SR375 2760KOT-SR400 2760KOHT-SR375 2760KOT-SR500 2760KOJ-SR375 2760KOT-SR1030 2760KOJ-SR1025 2760KOT-SR1500 2760KOJ-SR1220 2760KOJ-SR1220L 2760KOT-SR375 2760KOT-SR1025 2760KOT-SR1220 The mower model number and manufacture date are on the mower serial number plate on the side frame rail by the foot floor pan on the driver's right side.

Reason for recall

The ignition module can fail to ground, resulting in overheating and melting, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Country Clipper dealer to schedule a free repair.

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 14282
Date reported September 25, 2014
Date initiated September 25, 2014
Recalling firm Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa
Affected scope About 1,650 in the U.S. and 261 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

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Country Clipper dealer to schedule a free repair.

  • Check the recall number (14282) 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 model year 2012, 2013 and 2014 Country Clipper riding lawn mowers. The recalled mowers are equipped with 27-horsepower Kohler Command CV740 or Kohler Courage SV740 twin cylinder engines. The Command engine is dark gray and has the name and model number on a label on the side of the engine near the air filter. The Courage engine has a black engine shroud and has the name and model number on the top of the shroud. The recalled mowers are steered by either a joystick or two steering arms. The recalled mowers were manufactured from October 2011 to May 2014 and include the model names Challenger, Charger, Edge, Jazee, Jazee Pro and Jazee Pro DLX. The following model years and model numbers are recalled: Model Year 2012 Model Year 2013 Model Year 2014 2748KOJ-SR225 2752KOJ-SR400 2752KOJ-505 2748KOJ-SR375 2752KOJ-SR500 2752KOT-505 2748KOT-SR225 2752KOT-SR400 2760KOJ-505 2752KOJ-SR225 2752KOT-SR500 2760KOJ-1035 2752KOJ-SR375 2760KOJ-SR400 2760KOJ-1505 2752KOJL-SR375 2760KOJ-SR500 2760KOT-505 2752KOT-SR225 2760KOJ-SR1030 2760KOT-1035 2752KOT-SR375 2760KOJ-SR1500 2760KOT-1505 2760KOHJ-SR375 2760KOT-SR400 2760KOHT-SR375 2760KOT-SR500 2760KOJ-SR375 2760KOT-SR1030 2760KOJ-SR1025 2760KOT-SR1500 2760KOJ-SR1220 2760KOJ-SR1220L 2760KOT-SR375 2760KOT-SR1025 2760KOT-SR1220 The mower model number and manufacture date are on the mower serial number plate on the side frame rail by the foot floor pan on the driver's right side.. Recalled by Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa. Units affected: About 1,650 in the U.S. and 261 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
The ignition module can fail to ground, resulting in overheating and melting, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Country Clipper dealer to schedule a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 25, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14282.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (14282) 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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