CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.

In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/55924r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 24, 2015

Toro Recalls TimeCutter Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

The 2015 TimeCutter riding mowers are red and black, with a gray seat. "TORO" is printed on the front and sides of the mower. A black and white "TIMECUTTER" decal is located in front of the operator seat. The model number and serial number are located on a decal affixed to the frame, under the seat. The following models are subject to this recall. Model Number Serial Number Range 74710 315000876 - 315002048 74720 315000101 - 315003342 74731 315000152 - 315000437 74750 315000101 - 315001155 74780 315000101 - 315001700 74781 315000101 - 315000150 74784 315000340 - 315001172 74787 315000403 - 315000437 74790 315000178 - 315000320 315001400 - 315001493 74797 315000624 - 315000698

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact the nearest Toro dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered machines will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact a Toro Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.

Contact Information

Toro toll-free at 844-521-2384 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.toro.com and click on "Safety" at the bottom of the page, then "Product Recall Information" for more information.

Recall Details

Sold At
Home Depot and other hardware, lawn and garden stores nationwide from November 2014 through October 2015 for about $3,400.
Injuries
The firm has reported five incidents of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
16044

Product Information

Product Name
2015 Toro TimeCutter Riding Mowers
Product Type
Riding Lawn Mowers
Number of Units
About 8,600 (in addition, about 400 were sold in Canada)
Distributed By
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Manufactured In
United States

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone 844-521-2384
Website www.toro.com
Full Contact Information

Toro toll-free at 844-521-2384 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.toro.com and click on "Safety" at the bottom of the page, then "Product Recall Information" for more information.