CPSC, Toro Company Recall Z-100 Riding Mowers
Product:
Lawn Mowers- The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 400 zero turn riding lawn mowers. The mowers are as follows:
Model
Serial Range
Description
74178
220000101 - 220010095
20 hp (15 kW) 132 cm (52") cut zero-turn radius mower
74178
230000101 - 230000150
20 hp (15 kW) 132 cm (52") cut zero-turn radius mower
The model number can be found on a silver identification plate attached to the frame of the lawn mower near the right hand drive wheel. Authorized Toro dealers sold these mowers nationwide from August 2001 through August 2002, with a manufacturer's suggested retail between $8306 and $8528 (USD).
Problem:
The engines for these products had fuel lines that were too long and could possibly droop and come in contact with moving parts that can cut the fuel lines resulting in fuel leakage.
Incidents/Injuries:
Toro has received no reports of fuel leaks, fires, or injuries.
What to do:
Consumers should stop using their lawn mowers until the fuel lines can be shortened. Registered owners should already have received a letter with enclosed instruction sheet and reply card for this modification. Contact you local Toro distributor for more information.
