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Husqvarna Recalls TuffTorq Yard Tractors Due to Loss of Braking Ability

Recall 11-742 · June 9, 2011 · Husqvarna

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled yard tractors and contact Husqvarna to schedule a free repair at an authorized Husqvarna dealer.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
11-742 (CPSC)
Recall date
June 9, 2011
Brand
Husqvarna
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Husqvarna Yard Tractors with TuffTorq K46LD Transaxle
Hazard
Loss of Braking Ability
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 1,600
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
July 6, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves orange Husqvarna yard tractors with TuffTorq K46LD transaxle. Yard tractors included in the recall have model numbers YTH23V42LS and YTH24V48LS and serial numbers ranging from 050110A001000 to 123110D999999. The first six digits of the serial number are a date code. Tractors included in the recall have a serial date range of May 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Model and serial information is located on an identification plate attached to the underside of the seat.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Husqvarna Yard Tractors with TuffTorq K46LD Transaxle · About 1,600 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Husqvarna authorized dealers nationwide from May 2010 through December 2010 for between $2,300 and $2,800.; Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C..

Consumer contact

For more information, contact Husqvarna toll-free at (877) 257-6921 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's website at www.husqvarna.us

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?

Husqvarna Yard Tractors with TuffTorq K46LD Transaxle (About 1,600 units). This recall involves orange Husqvarna yard tractors with TuffTorq K46LD transaxle.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Loss of Braking Ability.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled yard tractors and contact Husqvarna to schedule a free repair at an authorized Husqvarna dealer.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 6, 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.