[Recalled] Lawn and garden tractors — The riding lawn and garden tractors involved in the recall are year 2000 models… | CPSC 2000-12-20
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Lawn and garden tractors |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | White Outdoor Products Co., (a subsidiary of MTD Products Inc.) of Cleveland, Ohio |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 01058 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 20 December 2000 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The riding lawn and garden tractors involved in the recall are year 2000 models with 42-, 46- or 50-inch mower decks, 16 to 25 horsepower engines, and a foot pedal speed control. A blade can be attached to the front of the tractor for use as a snowplow in winter. The tractors included in this recall are red and gray two-tone in color. The model numbers included in the recall are: 13A0616G190, 13AT606H190, 13AT616H190, 13AJ616H190, 14AJ816H190 and 14AZ816P190, manufactured between November 1, 1999 and August 8, 2000. White Outdoor Products Co. will help consumers identify if their tractor is a part of the recall. Consumers will need to write down the tractor's model and serial numbers, which are located under the seat of the tractor. Lawn and garden tractors that have a green "X" next to the model number are not included in this recall. Hazards: The hood latch on these tractors can damage the fuel tank and cause fuel to leak when the hood is raised and lowered, presenting a fire and explosion hazard.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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