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CPSC recall 24220

Honda Lawnmowers, Replacement Engines, and Pressure Washers Engines

On 2024-05-02 the CPSC announced a recall of Honda Lawnmowers, Replacement Engines, and Pressure Washers Engines by American Honda Motor, citing the improperly manufactured camshafts in the engines can cause the starter rope to suddenly retract when pulling to start, posing an injury hazard.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number24220
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2024-05-02
Published2024-05-02
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyAmerican Honda Motor
DistributionUS

Product

Honda Lawnmowers, Replacement Engines, and Pressure Washers Engines | This recall involves Honda HRN216 and HRX217K6 lawnmowers, and GCV170/200 G5B general-purpose engines used in power washers and lawnmower replacement engines. The gas-fueled walk-behind lawnmowers are red and black with "HONDA" written on the clipping collection bag. The model and serial number are printed on a label located on the upper rear of the mower deck. The pressure washer engines are mounted on various original equipment manufacturer frames. The serial number of the engine is engraved on a flat spot on the engine. The lawnmower replacement engines are used to replace the existing engines on the Honda HRN216 and HRX217K6 lawnmowers. The serial number of the lawnmower replacement engine is engraved on a flat spot on the engine.

Reason

The improperly manufactured camshafts in the engines can cause the starter rope to suddenly retract when pulling to start, posing an injury hazard.

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.

Source

Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/American-Honda-Motor-Expands-Recall-of-Lawnmowers-and-Pressure-Washer-Engines-to-include-Lawnmower-Replacement-Engines-Due-to-Injury-Hazard-Additional-Units-Injuries-Reported

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