Kohler recalls Courage engines in Husqvar: laceration risk if blades don't shut off after disconnect. Stop using and get repair.
A wire connector on the engine can become disconnected causing the operator's seat switch to fail. When this happens, the blades will not shut down, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Kohler is recalling Courage engines used in Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt riding lawn tractors. A wire connector can disconnect, causing the blades to stay on and lacerate the operator.
A wire connector on the engine can become disconnected, causing the seat switch to fail. This means the blades won't shut off, creating a laceration hazard for the operator.
Owners of Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, or Troy-Bilt riding lawn tractors with Kohler Courage engines (20-25 hp) are affected. Operators are most at risk due to potential blade injury.
Check the engine's black cover for a serial number starting with 41028 through 41056. These engines are used in Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt riding lawn tractors.
Immediately stop using the lawn tractor as the blades may stay on and cause laceration injuries.
Contact an authorized Kohler dealer or the retail location where the tractor was purchased for a free inspection and repair.
Consumers should immediately stop using the lawn tractors and contact an authorized Kohler dealer or the retail location where the tractor was purchased for a free inspection and repair.
Kohler Courage twin-cylinder engines with serial numbers starting with 41028 through 41056.
Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt riding lawn tractors.
Look for a serial number on the black engine cover starting with 41028 through 41056.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kohler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 669 — Kohler Kohler Courage Engines Hello, I own a Kohler Courage Engines that is covered by recall 669 from Kohler. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the lawn tractors and contact an authorized Kohler dealer or the retail location where the tractor was purchased for a free inspection and 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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