American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-11-08). Hazards: fire, explosion. Models: HRX217KHXA, HRX217KHMA. About 22,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08077 |
| Published | 2007-11-08 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Lawn Mowers & Accessories |
| Products | Honda HRX217KHXA and HRX217KHMA Lawn Mowers |
| Firm named in the title | American Honda Motor Corp. |
| Firms | American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 22,000 |
| Model numbers | HRX217KHXA, HRX217KHMA |
| Hazard classes | fire, explosion |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Honda Lawn and Garden dealers nationwide, including The Home Depot stores, from January 2007 through September 2007 for between $800 and $900. |
Description
The recall involves HRX walk-behind lawn mowers with model numbers HRX217KHXA and HRX217KHMA. Only serial numbers from 1400001 through 1453714 are included in the recall. The model and serial number are printed on a label located on the upper rear of the deck. The lawn mower is dark gray with a red engine cover.
Hazard
Due to a manufacturing defect, a crack can occur in the fuel tank causing a fuel leak. If gasoline leaking from the fuel tank is ignited, a fire or explosion can occur.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled lawn mowers immediately and contact any Honda Lawn and Garden dealer to have the fuel tank replaced. Registered owners of the recalled lawn mowers will be mailed a notice.
Incidents and injuries
American Honda Motor Corp. has received six reports of fuel leakage. No fires or injuries have been reported.
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