CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2000-10-25

CPSC, Toro Co. Announce Recall of Lawn Mowers

01018 · Recalled 2000-10-25 · CPSC page

Recalled Toro Key Start lawn mower
Recalled Toro Key Start lawn mower

Description

The recalled Toro Key Start mowers are model 20045, gasoline-powered, walk-behind mowers with a 21-inch cutting blade. The model number is on a decal on the right-rear of the mower housing.

Hazards

The wiring on these mowers can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

Toro has received eight reports of wiring on these mowers shorting out. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these recalled mowers immediately, and have the wiring harness inspected and replaced, if needed, free of charge. Consumers with these mowers should contact a Toro service dealer to have their mower inspected.

Products

NameModelUnits
Toro Key Start power mowersAbout 23,000

Parties

Manufacturer
The Toro Co.
Sold at
Toro dealers nationwide sold these mowers, from February 1999 through September 2000, for about $590.

Consumer contact

To locate the nearest Toro service dealer or for more information, consumers should call Toro at (888) 877-8873 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Source: CPSC recall 01018. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.