Kawasaki FE, FH, FJ, FR, FX and FX series lawn mower engines
Published 23 August 2012
Product
Kawasaki 4-cycle air-cooled general purpose engines installed in ride-on and walk-behind lawn mowers and utility vehicle applications. Equipment powered by a Kawasaki FR, FS or FX series engine that has a fuel filter manufactured between May 2011 (date code 136/11) and August 2012 (date code 216/12) is eligible for this recall. Eligible Kawasaki engines can be found in many popular ride-on mowers, wide area walk-behind mowers, and other small engine powered equipment. Identifying features description See attached table.
Why it was recalled
The plastic weld between the fuel filter body and cap may not adequately seal the filter assembly. In the event the filter body is not sealed, fuel may leak from the filter housing.
Hazard
Fuel leaks may present a fire hazard.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.