Recalls / 2015-05-28

Great States Recalls Earthwise Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers Due to Injury Hazard

15153 · Recalled 2015-05-28 · CPSC page

Great States Corporation Earthwise cordless electric push lawn mower, model 60517

Description

This recall involves Earthwise cordless electric push lawn mowers with a 17-inch mowing deck. The recalled mowers have a silver motor housing and deck with a side discharge chute, a black foldable handle and a bright green bail lever, height adjustment lever and handle knobs. The mowers have a 24-volt removable, rechargeable battery. Brand name "Earthwise" and "17" appear on the front of the mowers. Model number 60517 is on the name plate on the back of the motor cover.

Hazards

The mower can start when the key is not in the starting position, posing an injury hazard to the user.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric mowers, remove the battery and contact Great States Corporation for a replacement mower.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Cordless 17-inch electric lawn mower		About 1,200

Parties

Importer: The Great States Corporation, of Shelbyville, Ind.
Made in: China
Sold at: Menards stores, Seventh Avenue catalogs, online at PowerSales.com, SeventhAvenue.com

Consumer contact

Great States Corporation at (800) 633-1501 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email sales@reelin.com or online at www.americanlawnmower.com and click on Safety Recall for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 15153. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.