CPSC and Sears Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mower
CPSC and Sears Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mower
Why was CPSC and Sears Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mower recalled?
Under certain operating conditions, the vehicle's transmission may fail, causing a loss of drive and brake ability. Should this occur, the potential for personal injury and/or property damage exists.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using their riding lawn mowers immediately and contact Sears to schedule an appointment to have a free new transmission installed. Purchasers were notified by direct mail notification. Contact: For more information, consumers can contact Sears at (800) 500-1067 weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CST.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Craftsman Lawn Mowers
- Company
- Sears Roebuck and Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
- Quantity
- About 900
- Sold at
- Sears sold these riding lawn mowers nationwide, from February 2002 to April 2002, for about $999.
- Recall date
- May 7, 2002
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall involves model number 247.270250, which is visible on the model plate of the machine, located under the seat. The name Craftsman Lawn Utility Vehicle appears on the side of the mower. The recalled mower is green, has a 24" cutting deck, a 6.75 horsepower mid-mount engine, and a rear utility bed.