Product description

The affected component is the vented fuel tank that fits onto certain Hustler Turf and BigDog brand zero-turn riding lawnmower models and a riding greens mower.

See a list of details to help identify the product

Reason the product is recalled

Certain fuel tanks fitted to the affected products were manufactured out of specification and could allow petrol to leak from the fuel tank.

The hazards to consumers

If the fuel tank leaks it may pose a fire hazard.

What consumers should do

Consumers should stop using the mower immediately and not operate it until the fuel tank vent-fitting(s) have been replaced. Consumers should contact their dealer to schedule an appointment to get a free vent-fitting upgrade. In the event that consumers cannot contact their dealer, they should contact Powerup Lawncare Products on 1300 363 027 and Powerup will provide contact details for the nearest dealer who can conduct the vent-fitting upgrade.

Further information about the recall can also be accessed at www.hustlerturf.com or www.bigdogmowers.com.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Who sold the product

See attached dealership lists.

Identifying product features

The following is a list of models supplied in Australia and serial number ranges that could have a potentially affected fuel tank: Hustler Turf Model (Serial Number Range): Sport (10120377 – 12054999) FasTrak (10121082 – 11120946) FasTrak Super Duty (10091717 – 11121566) Hustler X-ONE (10090765 – 12022041) Super Z (10109017 – 12054999) Hustler 1500 (10062845 – 11081604) BigDog Model (Serial Number Range): C Series (11031908 – 12054999) R Series (11021137 – 12054999) X Series (11039001 – 12054999) The model number and serial number appear on a tag that is normally located on the left side of the frame in front of the fender.

Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

The following is a list of models supplied in Australia and serial number ranges that could have a potentially affected fuel tank:

Hustler Turf Model (Serial Number Range):
Sport (10120377 – 12054999)
FasTrak (10121082 – 11120946)
FasTrak Super Duty (10091717 – 11121566)
Hustler X-ONE (10090765 – 12022041)
Super Z (10109017 – 12054999)
Hustler 1500 (10062845 – 11081604)

BigDog Model (Serial Number Range):
C Series (11031908 – 12054999)
R Series (11021137 – 12054999)
X Series (11039001 – 12054999)

The model number and serial number appear on a tag that is normally located on the left side of the frame in front of the fender.

Dates available for sale

-

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2012/13216 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.