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CPSC recall · Reported September 30, 2014

Husqvarna Recalls Craftsman Push Mowers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Orchard Supply Hardware (Recall Alert)

The engine control/bail lever on the handle can fail, allowing the engine to run and the blades to rotate, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Recall #
14754
Affected scope
About 700
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Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a. Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. recalled This recall involves Craftsman 3-in-1 high-wheel, gas-powered, push mowers equipped with ….

Husqvarna Recalls Craftsman Push Mowers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Orchard… was recalled by Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a. Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. in September 30, 2014. Reason: The engine control/bail lever on the handle can fail, allowing the engine to run and the blades to rotate, po…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the mower and contact the Husqvarna for a free re…. Verify recall #14754 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a. Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. issued this CPSC recall-The engine control/bail lever on the handle can fail, allowing the engine to run and the blades to rotate, po….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14754 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

This recall involves Craftsman 3-in-1 high-wheel, gas-powered, push mowers equipped with Honda GCV160 engines and a 21-inch deck. The mowers have a black engine control/bail lever, engine shroud and deck with 12-inch rear wheels and a gray cloth clipping bag. The Craftsman logo and "GCV 160" are on the top front of the engine shroud. "Honda" is on the top of the pull cord housing cover. The Craftsman logo is also stamped into the rear discharge chute cover and printed on the sides of the clipping bag. "Dust Blocker" and "EZ Empty Bag" are printed on the top of the clipping bag. The first six numerals of the serial number are the manufacture date in the MMDDYY format. The recalled mowers were manufactured between April 2014 (04xx14) and June 2014 (06xx14). The serial number and model number 384531 are on the data plate on the rear of the mowing deck.

Reason for recall

The engine control/bail lever on the handle can fail, allowing the engine to run and the blades to rotate, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the mower and contact the Husqvarna for a free repair. The company is directly contacting consumers.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 14754
Date reported September 30, 2014
Date initiated September 30, 2014
Recalling firm Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a. Inc., of Charlotte, N.c.
Affected scope About 700
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 mower and contact the Husqvarna for a free repair. The company is directly contacting…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Craftsman 3-in-1 high-wheel, gas-powered, push mowers equipped with Honda GCV160 engines and a 21-inch deck. The mowers have a black engine control/bail lever, engine shroud and deck with 12-inch rear wheels and a gray cloth clipping bag. The Craftsman logo and "GCV 160" are on the top front of the engine shroud. "Honda" is on the top of the pull cord housing cover. The Craftsman logo is also stamped into the rear discharge chute cover and printed on the sides of the clipping bag. "Dust Blocker" and "EZ Empty Bag" are printed on the top of the clipping bag. The first six numerals of the serial number are the manufacture date in the MMDDYY format. The recalled mowers were manufactured between April 2014 (04xx14) and June 2014 (06xx14). The serial number and model number 384531 are on the data plate on the rear of the mowing deck.. Recalled by Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.a. Inc., of Charlotte, N.c.. Units affected: About 700.
Why was this product recalled?
The engine control/bail lever on the handle can fail, allowing the engine to run and the blades to rotate, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the mower and contact the Husqvarna for a free repair. The company is directly contacting consumers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 30, 2014. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 14754.
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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