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Product description
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:
What are the 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.
What are the hazards?
There is a risk of a strain injury from kickback of the starter rope because of high compression within the engine.
What should consumers 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
Traders who sold this product
Authorized Honda Power Equipment dealers
Bunnings Warehouse
Honda online store
See traders list below:
List of traders who sold this product
Where the product was sold
Dates available for sale
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
