CPSC, The Grasshopper Company Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mowers
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2229.
The recall involves Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding mowers with serial numbers 5110281 through 5210414. Serial numbers are located on the right fender, under the seat.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2229.
Consumers should stop using the mowers immediately and contact Grasshopper to arrange for installation of a replacement fuel tank, at no charge.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Specialty Lawn And Garden Shops Sold These Riding Mowers Nationwide, From August 2000 Through September 2001, For About $8,000. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2229.
Consumers may contact Grasshopper at (800) 337-0289 between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm CT Monday thru Friday.
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Specialty Lawn And Garden Shops Sold These Riding Mowers Nationwide, From August 2000 Through September 2001, For About $8,000. Recall FAQ
Specialty Lawn And Garden Shops Sold These Riding Mowers Nationwide, From August 2000 Through September 2001, For About $8,000. is the subject of an outdoor & garden recall: CPSC, The Grasshopper Company Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mowers. The notice was published on November 16, 2001 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 174 units are potentially affected.