United KingdomStihl ride-on lawn mowers — orange and white models RT 4112.1 SZ, RT 5097.1 Z, RT 5112.1 Z and RT 6112.1 Z (made in Austria) — are affected. They were recalled because leaks may occur in the fuel system of the EVC 7000 engine, which could allow fuel to escape and ignite, presenting a risk of fire; owners are advised to stop using the mower immediately and follow recall information at the Stihl recalls page.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Stihl Ride-on Lawn Mowers presenting a risk of fire.
Type: Machinery - Lawn Mowers/Rakers (Powered)
Brand: Stihl
Models: RT 4112.1 SZ, RT 5097.1 Z, RT 5112.1 Z and RT 6112.1 ZL
Country of Origin: Austria
Product Description: Orange and white ride-on lawn mowers.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2605-0119
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a risk of fire because leaks may occur in the fuel system of the EVC 7000 engine. If fuel escapes through the leaks, it could ignite and catch fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users by Stihl LTD.
Owners are advised to stop using the product immediately. To determine if your mower is affected by this recall or for more information, please visit: Recalls - STIHL
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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