Sears · Recalled
CPSC and Sears Announce Recall of Riding Lawn Mower
Under certain operating conditions, the vehicle's transmission may fail, causing a loss of drive and brake ability. Should this occur, the potential for personal injury and/or property damage exists.
- Units
- About 900
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $999
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recall involves model number 247.270250, which is visible on the model plate of the machine, located under the seat. The name Craftsman Lawn Utility Vehicle appears on the side of the mower. The recalled mower is green, has a 24" cutting deck, a 6.75 horsepower mid-mount engine, and a rear utility bed.
The file
- Sold at
- Sears sold these riding lawn mowers nationwide, from February 2002 to April 2002, for about $999.
- Product type
- Lawn Mowers & Accessories
- Made in
- Not stated
- Recalled by
- Sears Roebuck and Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using their riding lawn mowers immediately and contact Sears to schedule an appointment to have a free new transmission installed. Purchasers were notified by direct mail notification.
For more information, consumers can contact Sears at (800) 500-1067 weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CST.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAY 07 2002; last revised NOV 05 2025.