Husqvarna Recalls Lawn Tractors; Parking Brake Failure Can Cause Loss of Control
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 09-751 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- July 8, 2009
- Brand
- Husqvarna
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- Craftsman Lawn Tractors
- Hazard
- Crashes and loss of control hazard
- Hazard type
- Crashes and loss of control
- Units
- About 8,200
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
The recalled Craftsman power lawn tractor is gray colored, has 19.5 HP engine, automatic drive, and a 42 inch cutting deck. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall. The model and serial numbers are located on a model plate under the tractor's seat. Models Craftsman 917.289080 Craftsman 917.289081 Serial Numbers 012709A001000 through 031209D999999
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Craftsman Lawn Tractors · About 8,200 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Sears and Kmart stores nationwide and on the Web at www.sears.com from January 2009 through April 2009 for about $1,200.; Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A. Inc., of Augusta, Ga..
Injuries or incidents reported
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact toll free number at (800) 659-7026, hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
Recall history and context
Husqvarna appears in 13 CPSC recalls on record. See all Husqvarna recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Craftsman Lawn Tractors (About 8,200 units). 5 HP engine, automatic drive, and a 42 inch cutting deck.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Crashes and loss of control hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should stop using the recalled tractors immediately and contact Sears for a free inspection at your home and, if necessary, a free repair of the parking brake cable. Sears is directly contacting consumers who purchased this product.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.