CPSC, Toro Co. Announce Recall of Lawn Mowers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-10-25). Hazards: fire. Models: 20045. About 23,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01018 |
| Published | 2000-10-25 |
| Last updated | 2025-12-05 |
| Product category | Lawn Mowers & Accessories |
| Products | Toro Key Start power mowers |
| Firm named in the title | Toro Co. |
| Firms | The Toro Co., of Bloomington, Minn. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 23,000 |
| Model numbers | 20045 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Toro dealers nationwide sold these mowers, from February 1999 through September 2000, for about $590. |
Description
The recalled Toro Key Start mowers are model 20045, gasoline-powered, walk-behind mowers with a 21-inch cutting blade. The model number is on a decal on the right-rear of the mower housing.
Hazard
The wiring on these mowers can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled mowers immediately, and have the wiring harness inspected and replaced, if needed, free of charge. Consumers with these mowers should contact a Toro service dealer to have their mower inspected.
Incidents and injuries
Toro has received eight reports of wiring on these mowers shorting out. No injuries have been reported.
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