CPSC, The Toro Company Announce Recall of Riding Mowers

Active Recall Announced March 21, 2002 CPSC #02125

Quick answer

CPSC, The Toro Company Announce Recall of Riding Mowers is CPSC recall #02125, announced on March 21, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall includes Toro-brand Zmaster Z100 series riding mowers. They are red, equipped with 17 to 23 horsepower engines and have mowing decks from 44 to 52 inches. The mowers have independently controlled rear-drive wheels, front casters, and a centrally mounted mowing deck. The brand and model names (Toro Zmaster) appear on the front of the mower. Some of these riding mowers previously were recalled in March 2001. Even if consumers previously had their riding mower repaired, they need to contact Toro for this additional repair. Toro Timecutter Z and Wheel Horse residential duty riding mowers are not part of this recall. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using these recalled mowers and contact toro or their local toro dealer to determine if their riding mower's model numbers and serial numbers are included in the recall. the model and serial number are located on a decal located on the right side of the operating console below the seat. if needed, the dealer will schedule a repair of the riding mower's exhaust system.. Affected brand: The Toro Company.

Hazard

The recall includes Toro-brand Zmaster Z100 series riding mowers. They are red, equipped with 17 to 23 horsepower engines and have mowing decks from 44 to 52 inches. The mowers have independently controlled rear-drive wheels, front casters, and a centrally mounted mowing deck. The brand and model names (Toro Zmaster) appear on the front of the mower. Some of these riding mowers previously were recalled in March 2001. Even if consumers previously had their riding mower repaired, they need to contact Toro for this additional repair. Toro Timecutter Z and Wheel Horse residential duty riding mowers are not part of this recall.

Affected products

Toro-brand Commercial-grade Riding Mower

Recalled brands

The Toro Company

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled mowers and contact Toro or their local Toro dealer to determine if their riding mower's model numbers and serial numbers are included in the recall. The model and serial number are located on a decal located on the right side of the operating console below the seat. If needed, the dealer will schedule a repair of the riding mower's exhaust system.

Recall date

March 21, 2002

Categories

Lawn Mowers & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02125?

CPSC recall #02125 covers CPSC, The Toro Company Announce Recall of Riding Mowers, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 21, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall includes Toro-brand Zmaster Z100 series riding mowers. They are red, equipped with 17 to 23 horsepower engines and have mowing decks from 44 to 52 inches. The mowers have independently controlled rear-drive wheels, front casters, and a centrally mounted mowing deck. The brand and model names (Toro Zmaster) appear on the front of the mower. Some of these riding mowers previously were recalled in March 2001. Even if consumers previously had their riding mower repaired, they need to contact Toro for this additional repair. Toro Timecutter Z and Wheel Horse residential duty riding mowers are not part of this recall.

What is the remedy for recall #02125?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02125 is consumers should immediately stop using these recalled mowers and contact toro or their local toro dealer to determine if their riding mower's model numbers and serial numbers are included in the recall. the model and serial number are located on a decal located on the right side of the operating console below the seat. if needed, the dealer will schedule a repair of the riding mower's exhaust system.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, The Toro Company Announce Recall of Riding Mowers on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-The-Toro-Company-Announce-Recall-of-Riding-Mowers. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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