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CPSCRecalled Nov 15, 2017 · #18036

Bush Hog Recalls Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard

Hazard

The mower blade can separate from the spindle, posing a laceration hazard to the operator or bystanders.

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Description

This recall involves Bush Hog Zero Turn Radius (ZTR) HDE riding lawn mowers sold in black with gray wheels and gray rollover protection structures (ROPs). HDE is printed on the left side of the unit beneath the seat. The mowers were manufactured on or before August 4, 2017. The manufacturing date is located on a plate on the right rear frame, underneath the fender. The 15-digit serial number includes the manufacture date in digits 9-11. Recalled mowers have a date code that represents the number of days since the beginning of the calendar year of 001 through 216 (January 1 through August 4). Mowers with a yellow bolt fastening the blade to the spindle have already been repaired.

Product details

Product
Bush Hog HDE riding lawn mowers
Type
Manufacturer
Bush Hog Inc., of Selma, Ala.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Bush Hog dealers nationwide from February 2017 to September 2017 for between $6,200 and $7,200.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Bush Hog dealer to arrange for a free repair.

View the official CPSC notice