CPSC recall · Reported November 24, 2015
Toro Recalls TimeCutter Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. recalled The 2015 TimeCutter riding mowers are red and black, with a gray seat. "TORO" is printed ….
Toro Recalls TimeCutter Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. in November 24, 2015. Reason: The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire haza…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact the nearest Toro …. Verify recall #16044 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire haza….
- None
- agency class
- November 24, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16044 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, 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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Product description
The 2015 TimeCutter riding mowers are red and black, with a gray seat. "TORO" is printed on the front and sides of the mower. A black and white "TIMECUTTER" decal is located in front of the operator seat. The model number and serial number are located on a decal affixed to the frame, under the seat. The following models are subject to this recall. Model Number Serial Number Range 74710 315000876 - 315002048 74720 315000101 - 315003342 74731 315000152 - 315000437 74750 315000101 - 315001155 74780 315000101 - 315001700 74781 315000101 - 315000150 74784 315000340 - 315001172 74787 315000403 - 315000437 74790 315000178 - 315000320 315001400 - 315001493 74797 315000624 - 315000698
Reason for recall
The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact the nearest Toro dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered machines will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact a Toro Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16044 |
| Date reported | November 24, 2015 |
| Date initiated | November 24, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 8,600 (in addition, about 400 were sold 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 mowers and contact the nearest Toro dealer to schedule a free repair. Consum…
- Check the recall number (16044) 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.
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