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InfoRecall #24705

Kawasaki Motors USA Recalls Engines Used in Lawn and Garden Equipment Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)

Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Missouri · Kawasaki Lawn Mower Engines used in Ariens, Gravely, Husqvarna, John Deere and RedMax brand lawn mowers

Recalled Kawasaki Lawn Mower Engines used in Ariens (image 1 of 17)
Recalled Kawasaki Lawn Mower Engines used in Ariens (image 1 of 17) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain
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Recalled Kawasaki Lawn Mower Engines used in Ariens (image 2 of 17) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain
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Recalled Kawasaki Lawn Mower Engines used in Ariens (image 3 of 17) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain
Recalled Kawasaki Lawn Mower Engines used in Ariens (image 4 of 17)
Recalled Kawasaki Lawn Mower Engines used in Ariens (image 4 of 17) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain

Product Description

This recall involves Kawasaki engines used in riding lawn mowers sold under the Ariens brand name with mower models IKON, IKON Onyx, and Apex, and under the Gravely brand name with mower models ZT X, ZT XL, ZT HD, and ZT HD Stealth, and under the Husqvarna brand name with mower models TS142TXD, TS242TXD, TS242XD, Z248F, and Z254F, and under the John Deere brand name with mower models Z330M and Z330R, and under the RedMax brand name with mower model RZT48. The recalled engines are model year 2023 FR730V, FR691V, and FR651V. The recalled engine model and serial numbers are located on the engine fan housing. The following model and serial number ranges are included in this recall. Engine Model Number Specification Number FR651V GS28 FR691V GS19 ES29 FR730V FS15 Engine Serial Number Range A full list of serial numbers included in this recall are on the firm's website at www.kawasakienginesusa.com/product-recall.html recall notice RP230415.

Hazard

The fuel tube could have been damaged due to improper workmanship while removing the fuel tube for repair, which could cause a fuel leak, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled engines used in lawn and garden equipment and contact Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. USA for a free repair.

Repair

411 Press Analysis

A recall affecting about 954 of Kawasaki Lawn Mower Engines used in Ariens, Gravely, Husqvarna, John Deere and RedMax brand lawn mowers was announced on October 26, 2023 by the CPSC. The fuel tube could have been damaged due to improper workmanship while removing the fuel tube for repair, which could cause a fuel leak, posing. Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Missouri initiated this voluntary recall before any injuries were reported. Consumers who purchased this product should schedule a free repair by contacting the manufacturer. The CPSC encourages consumers to register products at the time of purchase to receive direct notification of future recalls.

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