Great States Recalls Earthwise Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers Due to Injury Hazard

Recall date

May 28, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

15153

Sold / distributed

Menards stores, Seventh Avenue catalogs and online at PowerSales.com and SeventhAvenue.com from January 2014 to May 2014 for about $250.

Why it was recalled

The mower can start when the key is not in the starting position, posing an injury hazard to the user.

What was recalled

This recall involves Earthwise cordless electric push lawn mowers with a 17-inch mowing deck. The recalled mowers have a silver motor housing and deck with a side discharge chute, a black foldable handle and a bright green bail lever, height adjustment lever and handle knobs. The mowers have a 24-volt removable, rechargeable battery. Brand name "Earthwise" and "17" appear on the front of the mowers. Model number 60517 is on the name plate on the back of the motor cover.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric mowers, remove the battery and contact Great States Corporation for a replacement mower.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.