CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

Grass and debris can accumulate in the trimmer mowers and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards.

In Conjunction with
https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/dr-power-pilot-and-premier-trimmers-recalled-due-fire-and-burn-hazards
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • October 8, 2026

DR Power Equipment Recalls Pilot and Premier Trimmer Mowers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards

This recall involves DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier walk-behind trimmer mowers. The trimmer mowers are orange and black and have the DR Power logo on the top of the motor and on the top of the frame above the cutter head. The trimmer mowers are labeled “Premier” or “Pro” on the side of the frame. The model numbers are printed on a label located on the side of the product’s frame.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmer mowers immediately and contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit. If consumers have concerns about installing the repair kit, contact DR Power Equipment to schedule a free repair installation from an authorized dealer.

Contact Information

DR Power Equipment toll-free at 800-854-3194 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@drpower.com or online at http://drpower.com/recalls or www.drpower.com and click “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall Details

Sold At
Sold At:
Ace, TSC, Bomgaars, other home improvement, hardware and independent power equipment stores nationwide and online at drpower.com from November 2022 through July 2026 for between $380 to $550.
Injuries
The firm has received 19 reports of incidents involving the trimmer mowers catching fire, including two reports of minor injuries such as blisters on hands and feet.
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
27016

Product Information

Product Name
DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier Trimmer Mowers
Product Type
Lawn Mowers, Not Specified
Number of Units
About 42,860 (In addition, about 340 were sold in Canada)
Imported By
Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin
Manufactured In
Vietnam

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Contact Manufacturer

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

Phone 800-854-3194
Full Contact Information

DR Power Equipment toll-free at 800-854-3194 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@drpower.com or online at http://drpower.com/recalls or www.drpower.com and click “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.