CPSC, American Honda Motor Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Lawnmowers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-04-11). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: HRT216, HRR216, HRS216. About 112,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00095 |
| Published | 2000-04-11 |
| Last updated | 2000-04-11 |
| Product category | Lawn Mowers & Accessories |
| Products | Harmony II lawnmowers |
| Firm named in the title | American Honda Motor Co. Inc. |
| Firms | American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 112,000 |
| Model numbers | HRT216, HRR216, HRS216 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Honda power equipment dealers and The Home Depot sold the lawnmowers nationwide, from May 1998 through January 2000, for about $430. |
Description
The recall involves Harmony II walk-behind mowers with model numbers HRT216, HRR216 and HRS216. "Harmony II" and the model number are written on the front of the lawnmowers. The recalled mowers have an engine serial number between 1128495 and 1438098. The engine serial number is located under the fan cover, stamped into the engine case. The lawnmowers are dark gray with red fan covers. "HONDA" is written on the top of the fan casing.
Hazard
The lawnmowers' fuel tanks' seam can split or crack, leaking fuel, and creating a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these lawnmowers immediately, and check to see if the gas tank is leaking. If there is a leak, immediately move the mower away from any possible ignition sources, for example, water heaters or electric appliances. Empty the fuel tank by following owner manual instructions. Consumers should take these mowers to a Honda power equipment dealer, who will inspect and replace the fuel tanks free of charge.
Incidents and injuries
American Honda Motor Co. has 25 reports of fuel leaking from these lawnmowers. There have been no fires or injuries reported.
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