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Bush Hog Recalls Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard

Reported: November 15, 2017 Initiated: November 15, 2017 #18036

Product Description

This recall involves Bush Hog Zero Turn Radius (ZTR) HDE riding lawn mowers sold in black with gray wheels and gray rollover protection structures (ROPs). HDE is printed on the left side of the unit beneath the seat. The mowers were manufactured on or before August 4, 2017. The manufacturing date is located on a plate on the right rear frame, underneath the fender. The 15-digit serial number includes the manufacture date in digits 9-11. Recalled mowers have a date code that represents the number of days since the beginning of the calendar year of 001 through 216 (January 1 through August 4). Mowers with a yellow bolt fastening the blade to the spindle have already been repaired.

Reason for Recall

The mower blade can separate from the spindle, posing a laceration hazard to the operator or bystanders.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Bush Hog dealer to arrange for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 500
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Bush-Hog-Recalls-Riding-Lawn-Mowers-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Bush Hog Zero Turn Radius (ZTR) HDE riding lawn mowers sold in black with gray wheels and gray rollover protection structures (ROPs). HDE is printed on the left side of the unit beneath the seat. The mowers were manufactured on or before August 4, 2017. The manufacturing date is located on a plate on the right rear frame, underneath the fender. The 15-digit serial number includes the manufacture date in digits 9-11. Recalled mowers have a date code that represents the number of days since the beginning of the calendar year of 001 through 216 (January 1 through August 4). Mowers with a yellow bolt fastening the blade to the spindle have already been repaired.. Recalled by Bush Hog Inc., of Selma, Ala.. Units affected: About 500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The mower blade can separate from the spindle, posing a laceration hazard to the operator or bystanders.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Bush Hog dealer to arrange for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 15, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18036.

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