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

Cordless 17-inch electric lawn mower

Date of Recall

2015-05-28

CPSC Release Number

15-153

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 1,200

Importer

The Great States Corporation, of Shelbyville, Ind.

Sold By

Menards stores, Seventh Avenue catalogs and online at PowerSales.com and SeventhAvenue.com from January 2014 to May 2014 for about $250.

Problem/Hazard

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

Injuries/Incidents

None reported

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.

Remedy

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

Consumer Contact

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

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