Grass Bag Attachments for MTD electric walk-behind lawn mowers
Published August 6, 2002
Summary
CPSC records recall 02219, published August 6, 2002. Recalling firm: MTD Products Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio; Reported units: About 5,000.
What's the hazard
The lawn mowers have a rear-mounted grass bag that does not seal properly to the rear door of the mower, allowing grass and other debris to be thrown out at the top of the bag. This could result in injury to the operator or bystanders.
What to do
Consumers who have the recalled lawn mowers should remove and dispose of the old grass bag and contact MTD to receive a free replacement bag.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MTD Products Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
- Manufacturer
- MTD Products Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
- Distributor
- Home improvement and mass retailers nationwide, including Lowe's, sold the recalled lawn mowers, from January 2002 through July 2002, for under $200.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Grass Bag Attachments for MTD electric walk-behind lawn mowers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 02219 on August 6, 2002. Reported hazard: The lawn mowers have a rear-mounted grass bag that does not seal properly to the rear door of the mower, allowing grass and other debris to be thrown out at the top of the bag. This could result in injury to the operator or bystanders.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers who have the recalled lawn mowers should remove and dispose of the old grass bag and contact MTD to receive a free replacement bag.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MTD Products Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio.