CPSC, MTD Products Inc. Announce Recall of Grass Bags Used On Electric Lawn Mowers
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2190.
The recalled grass bags are attachments for MTD electric walk-behind lawn mowers with model numbers 18A-407-000 (red body) and 18A-407-062 (green body). The model numbers can be found on a model plate label on the rear discharge door of the mower. "Yard Machines" is printed on top of the motor shroud.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2190.
Consumers who have the recalled lawn mowers should remove and dispose of the old grass bag and contact MTD to receive a free replacement bag.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Home Improvement And Mass Retailers Nationwide, Including Lowe's, Sold The Recalled Lawn Mowers, From January 2002 Through July 2002, For Under $200. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2190.
Contact MTD customer service toll-free at (888) 848- 6038 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For additional information, consumers also can visit the firm's website at www.yardmachines.com.
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Home Improvement And Mass Retailers Nationwide, Including Lowe's, Sold The Recalled Lawn Mowers, From January 2002 Through July 2002, For Under $200. Recall FAQ
Home Improvement And Mass Retailers Nationwide, Including Lowe's, Sold The Recalled Lawn Mowers, From January 2002 Through July 2002, For Under $200. is the subject of an outdoor & garden recall: CPSC, MTD Products Inc. Announce Recall of Grass Bags Used On Electric Lawn Mowers. The notice was published on August 6, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 5,000 units are potentially affected.