Kohler Recalls Engines Sold with Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt Riding Lawn Tractors; Laceration Hazard Posed

Kohler Courage Engines

Date of Recall
2011-05-05

CPSC Release Number
11-215

Manufactured In
USA

Company Phone Number
(800) 451-2294

Units
About 10,000

Manufacturer
Kohler Co., of Kohler, Wis.

Sold By
Lowe’s, Tractor Supply Company stores, and by authorized Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from February 2011 through April 2011 for between $1,500 and $5,700.

Problem/Hazard
A wire connector on the engine can become disconnected causing the operator’s seat switch to fail. When this happens, the blades will not shut down, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
This recall involves Kohler Courage twin-cylinder engines sold with three brands of lawn tractors: Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt. The vertical-shaft gasoline engines range in horsepower from 20 to 25. Engines included in this recall have serial numbers with the first five digits beginning with 41028 through 41056. Serial numbers can be found on the black engine cover.

Cub Cadet LTX1046
RZT42
SLTX1050
Z-Force S48
Husqvarna LGT2554
RZ4623
Troy-Bilt Mustang RZT50
Colt RZT42

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the lawn tractors and contact an authorized Kohler dealer or the retail location where the tractor was purchased for a free inspection and repair.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Kohler Co. at (800) 451-2294 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.kohlerengines.com

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