CPSC Recall in 2004: CPSC, Electrolux Home Products Inc. Announce Recall of Husqvarna Lawn Tractors

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-061

Date: December 05, 2004

Product Name: Husqvarna Lawn Tractors, models LTH18542A and LTH18542B

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Orangeburg, S.C. is voluntarily recalling 5,280 Husqvarna lawn tractors. These lawn tractors can develop abrasions on the fuel tank because of the fuel line clamp's location. This can result in a fuel tank leak, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.Name of product: Husqvarna Lawn TractorsUnits: 5,280Manufacturer: Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Orangeburg, S.C.Hazard: These lawn tractors can develop abrasions on the fuel tank because of the fuel line clamp's location. This can result in a fuel tank leak, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: Husqvarna has received four reports of fuel tanks leaking. There have been no reports of fire or property damage.Description: These Husqvarna 18.5 horsepower, hydrostatic transmission, 42-inch cutting deck, lawn tractors are gasoline-powered and are designed for residential use. The recall involves models LTH18542A and LTH18542B and includes all serial numbers. The model plate with the model number information is found under the seat.Sold at: Husqvarna dealers and distributors nationwide from November 2003 through July 2004 for about $1,500.Manufactured in: United StatesRemedy: Consumers who have one of the recalled lawn tractors should contact an authorized Husqvarna service provider in your area, which will provide a free repair.Consumer Contact: For more information or to locate a Husqvarna dealer, call Husqvarna at (800) 448-7543 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.usa.husqvarna.com. 

Hazard Description:

These lawn tractors can develop abrasions on the fuel tank because of the fuel line clamp's location. This can result in a fuel tank leak, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: 5,280

Incidents:

Husqvarna has received four reports of fuel tanks leaking. There have been no reports of fire or property damage.

Sold At:

Husqvarna dealers and distributors nationwide from November 2003 through July 2004 for about $1,500.

Manufactured In:

United States