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Product Recall
Kohler Recalls Engines Sold with Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt Riding Lawn Tractors; Laceration Hazard Posed
Kohler Courage Engines
Recall Date: May 5th, 2011
Type: Riding Lawn Mowers
Units: About 10,000
Hazards: A wire connector on the engine can become disconnected causing the operator's seat switch to fail. When this happens, the blades will not shut down, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the lawn tractors and contact an authorized Kohler dealer or the retail location where the tractor was purchased for a free inspection and repair.
Description
This recall involves Kohler Courage twin-cylinder engines sold with three brands of lawn tractors: Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt. The vertical-shaft gasoline engines range in horsepower from 20 to 25. Engines included in this recall have serial numbers with the first five digits beginning with 41028 through 41056. Serial numbers can be found on the black engine cover.
Images:
Cub Cadet LTX1046
Club Cadet RZT42
Club Cadet SLTX1050
Club Cadet Z-Force S48
Husqvana LGT2554
Husqvana RZ4623
Troy-Bilt Mustang RZT50
Troy-Bilt Colt RZT42
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Kohler Co. at (800) 451-2294 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.kohlerengines.comInjuries:
None reported.
Manufacturers:
Kohler Co., of Kohler, Wis.
Retailers:
Lowe’s, Tractor Supply Company stores, and by authorized Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from February 2011 through April 2011 for between $1,500 and $5,700.
