HRN216 and HRX217 lawn mowers (all models)
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Due to a manufacturing defect, the camshaft decompressor mechanism in the engine can malfunction. In models without an electric starter this excessive force may be required to pull the starter rope to start the engine. In the model with an electric starter the electric starter may fail to start the motor.
Product Description & Identification
Reason / Defects: Due to a manufacturing defect, the camshaft decompressor mechanism in the engine can malfunction. In models without an electric starter this excessive force may be required to pull the starter rope to start the engine. In the model with an electric starter the electric starter may fail to start the motor. Hazards: There is a risk of a strain injury from kickback of the starter rope because of high compression within the engine. What to do: Consumers should stop using affected lawn mowers immediately and contact the nearest Authorized Honda Power Equipment Dealer to arrange for their lawn mower to be repaired, free of charge. Consumers can use the following link to locate authorised Honda dealers: Honda Dealer Locator. For more information contact Honda customer relations on 1300 559 846 or email customer.relations@honda.com.au
Affected Products
HRN216 Mulch and Catch Domestic Lawn Mower with GCV170 engine. Models: HRN216PKU HRN216VKU HRN216VYU HRX217 Mulch and Catch Premium Domestic Lawn Mower with GCV200 engine. Models: HRX217HYU HRX217HZU (Electric Start) See identifying number list below:
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
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| Guid › #text | 3e3af9e1-4345-46b8-9cdc-fd9f78ed6d7e |
| Guid › @ is Perma Link | false |
| Link | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/hrn216-and-hrx217-lawn-mowers-all-models |
| Pub Date | Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 |
| Extracted image | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/system/files/styles/large/private/HRN216PKU.jpg?itok=GeVLpkp3 |