Recall: Toro Recalls TimeCutter Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

Description: The 2015 TimeCutter riding mowers are red and black, with a gray seat. "TORO" is printed on the front and sides of the mower. A black and white "TIMECUTTER" decal is located in front of the operator seat. The model number and serial number are located on a decal affixed to the frame, under the seat. The following models are subject to this recall. Model Number Serial Number Range 74710 315000876 - 315002048 74720 315000101 - 315003342 74731 315000152 - 315000437 74750 315000101 - 315001155 74780 315000101 - 315001700 74781 315000101 - 315000150 74784 315000340 - 315001172 74787 315000403 - 315000437 74790 315000178 - 315000320 315001400 - 315001493 74797 315000624 - 315000698

Name of product: 2015 Toro TimeCutter Riding Mowers

Units: About 8,600 (in addition, about 400 were sold in Canada)

Hazard: The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact the nearest Toro dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered machines will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact a Toro Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.

Recall date: November 24, 2015

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has reported five incidents of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At: Home Depot and other hardware, lawn and garden stores nationwide from November 2014 through October 2015 for about $3,400.

Manufactured in: United States

Consumer contact: Toro toll-free at 844-521-2384 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.toro.com and click on "Safety" at the bottom of the page, then "Product Recall Information" for more information.

Recall number: 16-044