Lawn Mower Engines recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 30, 2019

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Kawasaki Motors USA Recalls Lawn Mower Engines Due to Burn and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)

Recall number

20705

Brand / firm

Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Mo.

Sold / distributed

Kawasaki dealers and lawn and garden stores nationwide from November 2017 through September 2019 for about $8,000 for mowers with the engines.

Why it was recalled

The high pressure fuel line can get damaged causing a fuel leak, posing burn and fire hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves Kawasaki engines used in riding lawn mowers sold under the Ferris brand name with mower model numbers IS® 700Z ZTR and ISX™ 800Z ZTR. The recalled engines are model year 2018 and 2019 Kawasaki FT730V-EFI series, including models FT730V-AS41 with serial number range FT730VA00107-FT730VA00593 and FT730V-BS41 with serial number range FT730VA02330-FT730VA05073. "Kawasaki FT730V EFI" is printed on the engine air filter cover. The engine model and serial number are located on the engine fan housing.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. Kawasaki is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.