CPSC and Sears Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mower

Active Recall Announced May 7, 2002 CPSC #02535

Quick answer

CPSC and Sears Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mower is CPSC recall #02535, announced on May 7, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves model number 247.270250, which is visible on the model plate of the machine, located under the seat. The name Craftsman Lawn Utility Vehicle appears on the side of the mower. The recalled mower is green, has a 24" cutting deck, a 6.75 horsepower mid-mount engine, and a rear utility bed. The remedy is consumers should stop using their riding lawn mowers immediately and contact sears to schedule an appointment to have a free new transmission installed. purchasers were notified by direct mail notification.. Affected brand: Sears Roebuck and Co..

Hazard

The recall involves model number 247.270250, which is visible on the model plate of the machine, located under the seat. The name Craftsman Lawn Utility Vehicle appears on the side of the mower. The recalled mower is green, has a 24" cutting deck, a 6.75 horsepower mid-mount engine, and a rear utility bed.

Affected products

Craftsman Lawn Mowers

Recalled brands

Sears Roebuck and Co.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using their riding lawn mowers immediately and contact Sears to schedule an appointment to have a free new transmission installed. Purchasers were notified by direct mail notification.

Recall date

May 7, 2002

Categories

Lawn Mowers & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02535?

CPSC recall #02535 covers CPSC and Sears Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mower, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 7, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves model number 247.270250, which is visible on the model plate of the machine, located under the seat. The name Craftsman Lawn Utility Vehicle appears on the side of the mower. The recalled mower is green, has a 24" cutting deck, a 6.75 horsepower mid-mount engine, and a rear utility bed.

What is the remedy for recall #02535?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02535 is consumers should stop using their riding lawn mowers immediately and contact sears to schedule an appointment to have a free new transmission installed. purchasers were notified by direct mail notification.. 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 and Sears Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mower 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-and-Sears-Announce-Recall-of-Riding-Lawn-Mower. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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