An incorrect routing of the fuel line can cause it to wear and leak, posing a fire hazard.
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This recall involves Husqvarna and Poulan Pro brand residential zero turn riding mowers with a Briggs & Stratton twin cylinder engine sold in orange/black and yellow/black.
On the Husqvarna models, “Husqvarna” is printed on the side of the mowers. On the Poulan Pro models, “Poulan Pro” is printed on the front of the mower.
The model number and serial number are printed on the left-hand rail frame in front of the left rear drive wheel.
The following models are included in the recall.
Brand | Model Number | Model Name | Serial Number Range |
Husqvarna | 967638401 | Z242F | 070117C001001 through 110717C999999 |
Husqvarna | 967271501 | Z246 | |
Husqvarna | 967271401 | Z246 | |
Husqvarna | 967323901 | Z246i | |
Husqvarna | 967262401 | Z248F | |
Husqvarna | 967324101 | Z254 | |
Husqvarna | 967680901 | Z254F | |
Poulan Pro | 967331001 | P54ZX |
The mowers, manufactured in the U.S., were sold at Badcock & More, Lowe’s and other home centers, hardware stores, and Husqvarna Equipment Dealers nationwide and on online at Badcock.com, Lowes.com and other websites from July 2017, through December 2017, for between $2,500 and $3,000.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled zero turn mowers and contact Husqvarna to arrange for a free inspection and repair.
Consumers may contact Husqvarna toll-free at 877-257-6921 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday, by email at recalls@husqvarna.com or online at www.husqvarna.com and click on “Product Recall” for more information.