Electrolux Home Products Inc. Recall of Husqvarna Lawn Tractors

December 6, 2004

Electrolux Home Products Inc. Announces Recall of Husqvarna Lawn Tractors

Name of product: Husqvarna Lawn Tractors

Units: 5,280

Manufacturer: 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.

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 States

Remedy: 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 Web site at www.usa.husqvarna.com