Briggs & Stratton has recalled roughly 2,800 Simplicity-branded zero-turn mowers and garden tractors. The chute deflector on the machines can fail to prevent projectiles from being expelled, which obviously poses a risk of injury to consumers, though no injuries have yet been reported.
This recall involves Simplicity brand zero-turn riding mowers, mower deck attachments and garden tractors. Mower deck sizes range from 44 to 54 inches. The Simplicity logo is on the side of the mower or garden tractor.
Mowers and garden tractors with the following model and serial numbers are included in the recall. The model and serial numbers are located on the frame near the front tires or on the frame rail below the seat:
Model …. Serial Number Range
1695058 ..... 2016939034 – 2017048430
1696445 ..... 2016943253 – 2017107153
1696446 ..... 2016933459 – 2017114841
1696459 ..... 2017100601 – 2017100603
2691175 ..... 2016825203 – 2017125081
2691176 ..... 2016869892 – 2017114891
2691179 ..... 2016893089 – 2017100633
2691224 ..... 2016905124 – 2017114535
2691280 ..... 2016969131 – 2017104015
5901269 ..... 2016868431 – 2016869752
The units were sold at Briggs & Stratton dealers nationwide from August 2014 through May 2015 for between $3,600 and $16,000. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and contact a Briggs & Stratton dealer to schedule a free repair.
Visit the CPSC website for more information.
