Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 830 units
Power tools Recall No. 17-073 Published January 25, 2017

Field & brush mowers

The fuel tank valve can malfunction and cause the fuel tank to expand and gasoline liquid or vapors to be unexpectedly released, posing fire and burn hazards. Manufactured by Country Home Products Inc. and sold at Country Home Products catalog, website and authorized independent DR dealers nationwide from October 2015 – July 2016 for about $3,600.

Pro-XL-44 DR tow-behind field and brush mower
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Pro-XL-44 DR tow-behind field and brush mower

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The fuel tank valve can malfunction and cause the fuel tank to expand and gasoline liquid or vapors to be unexpectedly released, posing fire and burn hazards.

10
Incident reports to the firm
1
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received 10 reports of fires, including one report of a burn injury to a consumer's hand.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
01
What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Country Home Products to schedule a free repair from a dealer. Country Home Products is sending a repair kit to all registered owners.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerCountry Home Products Inc., of Vergennes, Vt.
UnitsAbout 830
Made inUnited States
Sold atCountry Home Products catalog, website and authorized independent DR dealers nationwide
Sales periodOctober 2015 – July 2016
PriceAbout $3,600
Category Power tools

How to reach the firm

Phone
877-271-5677
8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.DRPower.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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