About 235,000 walk-behind gas-powered lawn mowers across seven brands—including Husqvarna, Craftsman, and Poulan Pro—are being recalled. The operator presence control bar on these mowers can malfunction, which prevents the engine and blades from shutting off when the bar is released. Husqvarna has received 53 reports of this defect occurring, though no injuries have been reported. These mowers were sold at Lowe's, Sears, and other hardware stores nationwide between November 2015 and August 2016 for between $250 and $450.
The engine and cutting blades may continue to spin even after the operator releases the control bar, posing a serious laceration hazard to the operator or anyone nearby.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact Husqvarna or go to http://husqvarna.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1255/ to determine if their unit needs a free repair.
Husqvarna mower
Poulan Pro mower
Jonsered mower
Craftsman mower
Yardworks mower
Brute mower
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response