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Product recall · CPSCJuly 23, 2015Serious
Husqvarna Lawn and Garden Tillers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The tiller's transmission shift rod and clip can come into contact with the control cable during shifting and cause the tiller to unintentionally move forward or backward, posing a risk of bodily injury and/or laceration.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tillers and return it to the nearest Husqvarna dealer for a free repair.
Who to contact: Husqvarna toll free at (877) 257-6921 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email recalls@husqvarna.com or online at www.husqvarna.com and click on "Latest Press" for more information.
The product
This recall involves Ariens®, Husqvarna®, Jonsered® and Poulan Pro® brand rear tine tillers used for plowing, cultivation and ridging gardens and lawns. The tillers have an engine to power the wheels and the rear tines, an operator handle with forward and reverse transmission and tilling widths ranging from 17 to 19 inches. The brand name is printed on the side of the tiller. They were sold in red, orange and yellow/black colors. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall. Brand Name Model Number Serial Number Range Ariens A600DRT Husqvarna CRT900, CRT900L, DRT900, DRT900E, DRT900H 101514MXXXXX through 053115MXXXXX Jonsered J208C14, J208D14 Poulan Pro PRRT900
Details
- Units affected
- About 24,000
- Recall date
- July 23, 2015
- Brand
- Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A. Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Hardware stores, home centers and independent outdoor power equipment dealers from October 2014 through May 2015 for between $600 and $850.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Husqvarna Recalls Lawn and Garden Tillers Due to Risk of Bodily Injury, Laceration”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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