Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading
USCordless Electric Lawn Mowers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading
Recalling Firm: Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe circuit board in the lawn mower can short circuit and catch fire, posing a fire hazard to users.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves Kobalt and Greenworks brands of cordless electric walk-behind lawn mowers. The recalled lawn mowers have four wheels (two smaller ones in the front and two larger ones in the back), a 40-volt max lithium ion battery and a deck width of 20 inches. Both models have a large label on the rear bag door area with a serial number, model number and date code. The Kobalt brand mowers also have an item number on the label. "Kobalt" or "Greenworks" is printed on the side of the bag. The following models are included in the recall. Brand Product Colors Model Number Item Number Date Codes Kobalt 40-volt max cordless dual-blade push lawn mower Blue and black KM2040X-06 506586 04/14/14 to 05/14/15 Greenworks G-MAX 40-volt twin force cordless electric push lawn mower Green and black 25302 N/A 04/10/14 to 07/17/15
Productos Afectados
TranslatedCordless electric lawn mowers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Cordless-Electric-Lawn-Mowers-Recalled |
| Title | Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/photo 1 kobalt lawn mower.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Kobalt 40-Volt max dual blade lawn mower |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/photo 2 greenworks lawn mower.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Greenworks G-MAX 40V twin force 20-inch cordless lawn mower |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/photo 3_0.JPG |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Model number, item number, serial number and date code location on Kobalt lawn mower |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/photo 4_1.JPG |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Model number, serial number and date code label on Greenworks lawn mower |
| Hazards › Name | The circuit board in the lawn mower can short circuit and catch fire, posing a fire hazard to users. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received 12 reported incidents with the recalled lawn mowers including 5 reports of fires. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Cordless electric lawn mowers |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 28,000 |
| Recall I D | 8068 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers, remove the battery and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair. |
| Retailers › Name | Lowe's and other retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com and other websites from May 2014 through July 2016 for about $350. |
| Recall Date | 2017-05-26T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Kobalt and Greenworks brands of cordless electric walk-behind lawn mowers. The recalled lawn mowers have four wheels (two smaller ones in the front and two larger ones in the back), a 40-volt max lithium ion battery and a deck width of 20 inches. Both models have a large label on the rear bag door area with a serial number, model number and date code. The Kobalt brand mowers also have an item number on the label. "Kobalt" or "Greenworks" is printed on the side of the bag. The following models are included in the recall. Brand Product Colors Model Number Item Number Date Codes Kobalt 40-volt max cordless dual-blade push lawn mower Blue and black KM2040X-06 506586 04/14/14 to 05/14/15 Greenworks G-MAX 40-volt twin force cordless electric push lawn mower Green and black 25302 N/A 04/10/14 to 07/17/15 |
| Distributors › Name | Sunrise Global Marketing, of Mooresville, N.C. |
| Recall Number | 17168 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Hongkong Sun Rise Trading toll-free at 888-266-7096 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET any day or online at www.greenworkstools.com and click on "Important Safety Notice" at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2017-05-26T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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