How to Check if Your Mower Is Recalled
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How to check if your mower is recalled comes down to a few minutes of searching: find the model and serial number on the mower, then search the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recall list and the maker’s own recall page. Both take a few minutes. If your mower is on a recall, stop using it and follow the remedy, which is usually a free repair from an authorized dealer.
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Recalls matter more on a riding mower or zero-turn than on a push mower because of the speed, the weight and the slopes on an acreage. This guide shows where to find your numbers, where to look, and what to do with the result.
How to check if your mower is recalled: quick steps
| Step | What to do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Find the model and serial number plate on the mower and photograph it |
| 2 | Search the CPSC recall list at cpsc.gov/Recalls by brand or product category |
| 3 | Check the maker’s own recall or safety notice page |
| 4 | Compare your model and serial to the ranges in the notice, character by character |
| 5 | If it matches, stop using the mower and contact the maker or an authorized dealer |
Step 1: find your model and serial number
This applies to any machine in our riding mower reviews, from lawn tractors to zero-turns.
Most riding mowers carry a metal or sticker plate with the model and serial number. Common spots are the frame near the operator’s feet, under the seat, or on the engine deck. The engine has its own model and serial too, and some recalls (such as engine fuel or throttle issues) are issued against the engine instead of the mower. Wipe off grass and dust, photograph both plates, and write the numbers down. Your owner’s manual shows where the plate sits on your model.
Step 2: search the CPSC recall list
CPSC lists recalls at cpsc.gov/Recalls. The search page has date, hazard and category filters, so you can narrow to lawn and garden equipment, or just search the brand name. You can also subscribe to CPSC recall emails or the recall RSS feed so new notices reach you. If the search page is not working, CPSC’s consumer hotline is 800-638-2772.
Step 3: check the maker’s page
Makers post notices on their own sites, and sometimes the maker’s page lists a recall in more detail than CPSC does. Look for a “Recalls” or “Safety notices” link in the footer or support section. Most makers also have a phone number for recall questions. If your mower brand is a dealer-only line such as John Deere, Kubota or Spartan, the dealer locator on the maker’s site is the way to book the repair.
Step 4: match the numbers exactly
Recall notices give model numbers and serial ranges. A near match is not a match, so compare each character. If your serial falls inside the range, your unit is covered. If you are not sure, call the maker with your model and serial; they can confirm. For examples of what a notice looks like, see our write-ups of the Spartan SRT-XD and KGZ-XD recall and the John Deere ZTrak Kawasaki engine recall.
What to do if your mower is recalled
Stop using it if the notice says so
Follow the notice. Many recalls say to stop using the mower until it is repaired. Do not try your own fix on safety parts such as steering, brakes or fuel systems.
Contact the dealer or maker
The remedy is typically a free inspection or repair, a replacement part, or a refund. Have your model, serial and proof of purchase ready if you have it. Ask how long the repair will take, especially if you mow for a living.
Register your mower
Register new equipment with the maker so recall notices reach you directly. If you bought the mower used, contact the maker with the serial and ask to be added.
Buying used or shopping new
Before you buy a used mower, check the serial against the recall list. For a new mower, check the maker’s recall page for the model line. We do not recommend a product with an open, unremedied recall. If a recalled model was fixed under a stated remedy, we say so.
Why mower recalls happen
Recalls follow reports of injuries or hazards: steering parts that fail, fuel leaks, blades that detach, seats or ROPS that do not work as designed, or batteries that overheat. CPSC works with the maker to announce the fix. Most remedies are free, but you have to act, because makers cannot always find the owner.
Mower safety reminders
Whatever you ride, the basics do not change. Never exceed the maker’s maximum slope rating, remember that zero-turns lose traction on slopes and near ponds or ditches, wear the seat belt when the ROPS bar is up, carry no passengers, keep children and pets out of the yard, and disengage the blades before reversing. Refuel only with the engine off and cool. See our Safety Disclaimer.
FAQ: mowing large lots
Is there one place to check every mower recall?
CPSC’s recall list at cpsc.gov is the main U.S. source, and the maker’s own page can have extra detail. Check both.
Does a recall cost me anything?
Most mower recall remedies are free to the owner. Read your notice for the specific remedy and any deadline.
What if my serial number is not in the recall range?
Then your unit is not covered by that notice. Check again if the maker adds models, and keep your registration current.
Can I keep using a recalled mower while I wait for the repair?
Follow the notice. If it says to stop using the mower, do not use it until the repair is done.
Where do I report a problem with my mower?
Report unsafe products at SaferProducts.gov and tell the maker.
More mowing guides
- Spartan Mower Recall 2025 (SRT-XD, KGZ-XD): What Owners Should Know
- John Deere ZTrak Kawasaki Engine Recall: What Owners Should Know
- Best Riding Mower for 1 Acre: 4 Picks by Deck Size
Use the Mower Matcher to narrow down choices by acreage, terrain, budget, and power type.
Sources: CPSC recalls.
