Kohler Recalls Engines Sold with Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt Riding Lawn Tractors; Laceration Hazard Posed
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 11-215 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- May 5, 2011
- Brand
- Kohler
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- Kohler Courage Engines
- Hazard
- Laceration and cuts hazard
- Hazard type
- Laceration and cuts
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 10,000
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- July 7, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves Kohler Courage twin-cylinder engines sold with three brands of lawn tractors: Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt. The vertical-shaft gasoline engines range in horsepower from 20 to 25. Engines included in this recall have serial numbers with the first five digits beginning with 41028 through 41056. Serial numbers can be found on the black engine cover.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Kohler Courage Engines · About 10,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Lowe's, Tractor Supply Company stores, and by authorized Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from February 2011 through April 2011 for between $1,500 and $5,700.; Kohler Co., of Kohler, Wis..
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Kohler Co. at (800) 451-2294 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.kohlerengines.com
Recall history and context
Kohler appears in 6 CPSC recalls on record. See all Kohler 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?
Kohler Courage Engines (About 10,000 units). This recall involves Kohler Courage twin-cylinder engines sold with three brands of lawn tractors: Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration and cuts hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the lawn tractors and contact an authorized Kohler dealer or the retail location where the tractor was purchased for a free inspection and repair.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 7, 2016. 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.