Bobcat lawn mowers
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The voltage regulator in affected Kawasaki general purpose engines, installed in select Bobcat lawn mowers, can malfunction. The affected mowers can catch fire at any time, even if the engine is off or not in use.
Product Description & Identification
Reason / Defects: The voltage regulator in affected Kawasaki general purpose engines, installed in select Bobcat lawn mowers, can malfunction. The affected mowers can catch fire at any time, even if the engine is off or not in use. Hazards: There is risk of serious injury, death and/or damage to property if the voltage regulator catches fire. What to do: Stop using the affected mower until it has been repaired. Disconnect the negative battery cable and secure it away from the negative battery post. If you are unsure on how to disconnect the battery, see the battery disconnection instructions or contact your local Bobcat lawn mower dealer. Contact your local Bobcat lawn mower dealer to arrange repair. Repairs are expected to commence from mid-April 2024 when replacement voltage regulators become available.
Affected Products
Kawasaki general engines with voltage regulator (part no. 21066-0785) installed in ZT6000 and ZT7000 Bobcat lawn mowers. Affected Bobcat lawn mower models: 9996010 - ZT6000 9996012 - ZT6100 9997010 - ZT7000 9997011 - ZT7000
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
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| Guid › #text | d012ead5-00bb-44b3-bb6f-d1ae2a93937c |
| Guid › @ is Perma Link | false |
| Link | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/bobcat-lawn-mowers |
| Pub Date | Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 |
| Extracted image | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/system/files/styles/large/private/Bobcat%20lawn%20mower.png?itok=DyoQzITC |
Overview
- Risk Level["Ride-on lawn mowers and tractors","Farm equipment and supplies"]
- DistributionAustralia