CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2012-11-27

Toro Riding Mowers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

13048 · Recalled 2012-11-27 · CPSC page

2012 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mower, model 74141
2012 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mower, model 74141

Description

This recall involves 2012 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mowers. The mowers are red and black. "Toro" and "2000 Series" are printed on the side and "Z Master Commercial" on the front of the mowers. The model and serial numbers are on a metal plate located at the front of the mower, below the seat, on the left-hand side. The following models and corresponding serial numbers are included in this recall: model number 74141 with serial numbers ranging from 312000101 to 312000784; model number 74143 with serial numbers ranging from 312000101 to 312000887; and model number 74145 with serial numbers ranging from 312000101 to 312001178.

Hazards

The traction drive belt can wear through the mower's fuel tank and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

Toro has received five reports of incidents. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled mowers immediately and contact a Toro dealer to schedule a free repair and/or to check if the repair has already been made to the mower. Toro has contacted registered owners of the recalled mowers.

Products

NameModelUnits
Toro® Z Master® Riding MowersAbout 2,600 in the U.S. and 31 in Canada

Parties

Manufacturer
The Toro Co.
Made in
United States
Sold at
Toro dealers nationwide, 700, 700.

Consumer contact

Toro; toll-free at (855) 493-0090, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.toro.com and click on Product Recall Information on the bottom right-hand side of the page for more information.

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2012 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mower, model 74143
2012 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mower, model 74143
2012 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mower, model 74145
2012 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mower, model 74145
Model and serial numbers located at the front of the mower, below the seat, on the left-hand side
Model and serial numbers located at the front of the mower, below the seat, on the left-hand side

Source: CPSC recall 13048. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.