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Medium RiskCPSC
Tools & Hardware

Exmark Recalls Commercial Walk-Behind Mowers Due to Injury Hazard

Agency Publication Date: December 10, 2013
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Summary

Exmark is recalling approximately 6,900 of its 2013 Commercial 30" Walk-Behind Mowers because the mower's blade can break while in use. If the blade snaps, it can be thrown from the mower or strike the user or bystanders, posing a serious injury risk. The recall affects model ECKA30 with serial numbers ranging from 313605897 to 313660824, which were sold at Exmark dealers nationwide from November 2012 through October 2013. Consumers should immediately stop using these mowers and contact an authorized dealer for a free repair.

Risk

The mower's blade can fracture and break during operation. A broken blade can be ejected from the mower deck or cause the machine to malfunction, potentially striking the operator or people nearby and causing severe lacerations or impact injuries.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the 2013 Exmark Commercial 30" Walk-Behind Mowers.
  2. Check the identification decal located on the engine base above the left rear tire to see if your mower is affected. This recall involves model ECKA30 with serial numbers ranging from 313605897 through 313660824.
  3. Verify the mower has the phrases 'Commercial 30' and 'Exmark' printed on the front, and 'Exmark' printed on the side.
  4. Contact an authorized Exmark dealer to schedule a free repair of the mower blade system.
  5. For more information or to find a dealer, contact Exmark at (800) 667-5296 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.exmark.com and click on 'Service and Support' followed by 'Safety Resources'.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Exmark for a free repair.

Contact: Exmark at (800) 667-5296 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.exmark.com and click on Service and Support and then on Safety Resources at the bottom of the page for more information

Affected Products

Product: Exmark 2013 Commercial 30" Walk-Behind Mower
Model:
ECKA30
Lot Numbers:
Serial numbers 313605897 through 313660824
Date Ranges: November 2012 through October 2013

Product Images

Recalled Exmark commercial walk-behind mower

Recalled Exmark commercial walk-behind mower

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 14045
Status: Active
Sold By: Exmark dealers nationwide from November 2012 through October 2013 for about $1,800.
Distributor: Exmark Manufacturing Company, Inc., from Beatrice, Neb.
Manufactured In: Mexico
Units Affected: About 6,900 in the United States and 330 in Canada
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Exmark at (800) 667-5296 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.exmark.com and click on Service and Support and then on Safety Resources at the bottom of the page for more information
Agency Last Updated: January 7, 2015

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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