Recalls / 2023-09-14

American Honda Motor Recalls Lawnmowers and Pressure Washer Engines Due to Injury Hazard

23287 · Recalled 2023-09-14 · CPSC page

Recalled Honda GCV170/200 G5B Pressure Washer Engine

Description

This recall involves Honda HRN216 and HRX217K6 lawnmowers and the GCV170/200 G5B pressure washer engines. The gas-fueled walk-behind lawn mowers are red and black with "HONDA" written on the clipping collection bag. The model and serial number are printed on a label located on the upper rear of the mower deck. The pressure washer engines are mounted on various original equipment manufacturer frames. The serial number of the engine is engraved on a flat spot on the engine.

Hazards

The improperly manufactured camshafts in the engines can cause the starter rope to suddenly retract when pulling to start, posing an injury hazard.

Reported injuries

Honda has received 2,197 reports of incidents related to camshaft failures, including seven reports of minor injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawnmowers and pressure washers equipped with recalled engines and contact an authorized Honda Power Equipment dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Honda Lawnmowers and Pressure Washer Engines		About 391,800

Parties

Distributor: American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, California
Made in: United States
Sold at: Lawnmowers were sold at Honda Power Equipment dealers, Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Lowes, Northern Tool, various farm, agricultural, rental from May 2022 to June 2023 for between $550, 100. Pressure washer engines were sold at Lowes, other retail from June 2022 to August 2023 for between $370, $550.

Consumer contact

American Honda Motor toll-free at 888-888-3139 from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or online at powerequipment.honda.com/support/recalls-and-updates or crmshonda.my.salesforce-sites.com/service/pew2c.

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Source: CPSC recall 23287. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.