CPSC, Electrolux Home Products Inc. Announce Recall of Husqvarna Lawn Tractors

Recalled December 6, 2004 · CPSC recall 05061 · Electrolux Home Products

Hazard

These lawn tractors can develop abrasions on the fuel tank because of the fuel line clamp's location. This can result in a fuel tank leak, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers who have one of the recalled lawn tractors should contact an authorized Husqvarna service provider in your area, which will provide a free repair.

Units

5,280

Incidents / injuries

Husqvarna has received four reports of fuel tanks leaking. There have been no reports of fire or property damage.

Description

These Husqvarna 18.5 horsepower, hydrostatic transmission, 42-inch cutting deck, lawn tractors are gasoline-powered and are designed for residential use. The recall involves models LTH18542A and LTH18542B and includes all serial numbers. The model plate with the model number information is found under the seat.

What to do

Consumers who have one of the recalled lawn tractors should contact an authorized Husqvarna service provider in your area, which will provide a free repair.

Contact

For more information or to locate a Husqvarna dealer, call Husqvarna at (800) 448-7543 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.usa.husqvarna.com

Product

Husqvarna Lawn Tractors

Manufacturer(s)

Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Orangeburg, S.C.

Retailers

Husqvarna dealers and distributors nationwide from November 2003 through July 2004 for about $1,500.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →