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Toro Recalls TimeCutter Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: November 24, 2015 Initiated: November 24, 2015 #16044

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

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 8,600 (in addition, about 400 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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. Recalled by The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.. Units affected: About 8,600 (in addition, about 400 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers 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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 24, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16044.