Tecumseh Power Co., Grafton, Wis · Recalled
Tecumseh Engines Used on Various Power Equipment Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
The fuel line on these engines can become loose or disconnected, resulting in a fuel leak. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 170,000 engines used on various products
- Reports
- 235
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $200–$2,000
- Remedy
- See notice
Reports, injuries, deaths and price are read out of the notice’s wording by rules, so they can miss unusual phrasing. The official notice is the record.
Affected
The recall includes power equipment with Tecumseh engines listed below. The engine model number and date of manufacture (DOM) information is located on a label on the side of the housing. The recalled engines have a date of manufacture code (DOM) that starts with 05241 to 05286. The label on the engine reads, "Tecumseh Power Company," and in addition to the Model and DOM information, lists the Spec number needed for identification. Power Equipment Brand Names Two-Stage Snow Throwers Ariens, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Huskee, Husqvarna, MTD Gold Series, Murray, Toro, Poulan Pro,Troy-Bilt, White Outdoor, Yard Machines, Yard Man Log Splitters Yard Machines Ice Augers and Post Hole Diggers Jiffy, Eskimo, Earthquake, Hoffco, MEPCO Fun-Karts Carter Brothers, Ken Bar Generators Coleman Powermate, NorthStar Lawn Vac/Chipper Agri-Fab, Craftsman Lawn Mower Toro String Trimmers Ariens
The file
- Sold at
- Home and hardware stores and equipment dealers nationwide from September 2005 through January 2006 for between $200 and $2000.
- Product type
- Engines
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Tecumseh Power Co., Grafton, Wis.
Incident log
Tecumseh has received 235 reports of disconnected fuel lines, including two reports of a fire. There have been no reports of injury. The firm has received 39 reports of minor damage, totaling about $44,000.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using their equipment until they receive a free inspection and possible repair if necessary. Note: Never store engine with fuel in tank in a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryer, electric motors, etc.
For more information, email the firm at kylekubista@hotmail.com, or visit Tecumseh's Web site at www.tecumsehpower.com - Consumers should furnish their engine model, Spec number, and DOM information.
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 APR 04 2006; last revised MAY 29 2024.
