CPSCDecember 19, 2007

American Honda Motor Corp. Lawn Mowers recall: Laceration Hazard

American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard

Why was American Honda Motor Corp. Lawn Mowers recalled?

The cutting blades could rotate under power when the control lever is released. The lawn mowers do not comply with mandatory federal safety standards for lawn mowers. The spinning blade poses a serious laceration hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these recalled lawn mowers immediately and contact any Honda Lawn and Garden dealer for a free repair. Registered owners will be mailed a direct notice. Contact: For additional information, contact Honda at (800) 426-7701 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hondapowerequipment.com

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
Honda Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers
Company
American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif.
Quantity
About 167,000
Sold at
Honda Lawn and Garden dealers and The Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2003 through November 2007 for between $760 and $900.
Recall date
December 19, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves Honda walk-behind lawn mowers with model numbers HRB217HXA, HRX217HXA and HRX217HMA. The model and serial number are printed on a label located on the upper rear of the mower deck. The lawn mowers are dark gray with a red fan cover. The following serial numbers are included in the recall: Models Serial Numbers HRB217HXA All HRX217HXA and HRX217HMA 1000001 - 1513628

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