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Tools & Hardware/Generators & Engines

Exmark Quest ZRT Riding Mowers Recalled Due to Crash Hazard

Agency Publication Date: May 2, 2012
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Summary

Exmark is recalling approximately 2,200 Quest ZRT riding mowers from the 2009-2010 model years because internal bearings supporting the mower deck can fail. This defect can cause the deck to shift and interfere with the operator's steering or drive controls, leading to a loss of control and a crash. Exmark has received 18 reports of these incidents, though no injuries have been reported. These red and gray mowers were sold at Exmark dealers nationwide for between $4,200 and $4,400.

Risk

The deck support bearings can fail, allowing the heavy mower deck to move and jam the control levers. This prevents the operator from steering or stopping the mower safely, creating a risk of crashing into objects or terrain.

What You Should Do

  1. Stop using the recalled mower immediately and park it on a level surface.
  2. Check the identification plate located on the metal frame behind the seat to confirm if your mower is affected. Look for model number 'QST20BE422' and a serial number between 790,000 and 860,652.
  3. Inspect the front and sides of the mower to confirm it is an 'Exmark' brand 'Quest' model in red and gray colors.
  4. Contact an authorized Exmark dealer to schedule a free repair. If you are a registered owner, Exmark may have already contacted you regarding this issue.
  5. Confirm with the dealer if the required repair has already been performed on your specific unit if you purchased it used.
  6. For more information or to find a dealer, contact Exmark at 800-667-5296 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.exmark.com/safety.aspx.
  7. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional safety questions or wish to report an incident.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Consumers should stop using the recalled mowers immediately and contact an Exmark dealer to schedule a free repair and/or to check if the repair has already been made to the mower. Exmark has contacted registered owners of the recalled mowers.

Contact: For more information, contact Exmark at (800) 667-5296 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.exmark.com/safety.aspx

Affected Products

Product: Exmark Quest 42-inch ZRT Riding Mowers
Model:
QST20BE422
Lot Numbers:
Serial numbers 790,000 through 860,652
Date Ranges: March 2009 through April 2010

Product Images

Model and serial number located behind the mower seat

Model and serial number located behind the mower seat

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 12732
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Exmark Mfg. Co. Inc., of Beatrice, Neb.
Sold By: Exmark dealers nationwide from March 2009 through April 2010 for between $4,200 and $4,400.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 2,200
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: For more information, contact Exmark at (800) 667-5296 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.exmark.com/safety.aspx
Agency Last Updated: April 13, 2016

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response