Craftsman lawn tractors recalled over possible brake failure
- July 9, 2009 11:17 AM
- By Peter Hadzipetros
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling Craftsman lawn tractors because the parking brake can fail, posing a loss-of-control hazard.
The recalled Craftsman power lawn tractor is grey, has 19.5 HP engine, automatic drive, and a 42-inch (107 cm) cutting deck.
The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall. The model and serial numbers are located on a model plate under the tractor’s seat: Craftsman 917.289081, Craftsman 917.289080, serial numbers 012709A001000 through 031209D999999
About 8,200 of the lawn tractors were sold at Sears and Kmart stores across the United States and on the web at www.sears.com from January 2009 through April 2009 for about $1,200 US each.
Consumers should stop using the recalled tractors immediately and contact Sears for a free inspection at your home and, if necessary, a free repair of the parking brake cable. Sears is directly contacting consumers who purchased this product.
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