Kawasaki recalls specific lawn mower engines (13-36 HP) due to fuel filter leaks that can cause fires. Affected engines are used in many brands of mowers including Toro, Husqvarna, and Cub Cadet.
The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Kawasaki is recalling certain lawn mower engines that can leak fuel filters, creating a fire hazard. Owners should stop using these engines immediately and contact Kawasaki for a free repair.
The fuel filter can leak fuel, which may ignite and cause a fire. This hazard occurs when the engine is in use, especially during operation in dry conditions.
Owners of riding and walk-behind lawnmowers with the recalled Kawasaki engines (13-36 HP) are affected. Most at risk are users who have mowers with engines that may leak fuel filters.
Check the engine for the brand name and model number printed on the top. The specific model numbers and serial ranges are listed in the recall notice for each brand.
Immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines and fuel filters to prevent fire hazards.
Reach out to Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer for a free repair of the engine.
Consumers should immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines and fuel filters and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer for a free repair.
The recalled engines are used in lawnmowers from brands like Ariens, Bad Boy Mowers, Cub Cadet, Toro, and Husqvarna.
Check the engine for the brand name and model number printed on the top. The specific model numbers and serial ranges are listed in the recall notice for each brand.
No, the recall only affects the engine. You can repair the engine without replacing the entire mower.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kawasaki to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1245 — Kawasaki Lawn Mower Engines Hello, I own a Lawn Mower Engines that is covered by recall 1245 from Kawasaki. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines and fuel filters and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer for a free repair. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
