CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
If the lawnmower strikes an object with sufficient force, the crankshaft can bend. Vibration created by a bent crankshaft can eventually result in a fatigue failure of the Roto-stop™ blade brake control assembly. This can allow the cutting blade to continue rotating after the blade control lever is released, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
CPSC, Honda Power Equipment Manufacturing Inc. Announce Recall of Lawnmowers
These are Honda Harmony 21-inch, walk-behind mowers with model numbers HRB216TXA or HRB216HXA. The model numbers are located on a metal plate behind the engine, just in front of the rear discharge opening. These black and red mowers have "Honda Harmony" printed in white on the front.
Required Consumer Action
Honda Lawn and Garden dealers will repair these mowers by replacing the Roto-stop™ mechanism.
Contact Information
To locate a servicing Honda Lawn and Garden dealer, consumers should call American Honda at (800) 426-7701 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or go to the website at www.hondapowerequipment.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Power Equipment dealers and Home Depot stores nationwide from November 2000 through June 2003 for between $700 and $760.
Injuries
American Honda has received six reports of broken stop plates. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Manufacturer
Honda Power Equipment Manufacturing Inc., of Swepsonville, N.C.
Recall Number
04009
Product Information
Product Name
Honda Harmony Walk-Behind Lawnmowers
Product Type
Lawn Mowers & Accessories
Number of Units
30,000
Manufacturer Name
Honda Power Equipment Manufacturing Inc., of Swepsonville, N.C.
Manufactured In
United States