Thousands of riding mower engines recalled due to burn, fire hazards
(WHTM) – Thousands of riding mower engines are being recalled due to fire and burn hazards.
Kawasaki Motors USA is recalling engines used in Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere and Kubota Brand Lawn and Garden Equipment, according to a notice published by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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There have been eight reports of fires with the recalled engines, but no injuries have been reported. Approximately 68,500 pieces of lawn and garden equipment are affected.
The equipment was sold nationwide at Kawasaki, Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere and Kubota dealers from April 2021 through December 2023 for between $4,000 and $15,500.
Anyone with these products should stop using them and visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission website for contact information. Authorized dealers will be available to schedule a free repair.
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